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Is it normal to have a small movable lump where wisdom teeth is going to erupt can't click a picture as the lump is small
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It is Ok,
It is just a Gum overgrowth
and once your tooth is fully erupted it should be gone,
on other side if food gets locked inside pocket below gums it can lead to pus and swelling, so be cautious.
Next Steps
Kindly visit nearby dentist for further followup.
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Yes it is normal
It is call pericoronal flap (pericoronitis)
Next Steps
Visit near by dentist
Health Tips
Avoid foodlodgment in this lump
If you have pain or swelling on that site do gargle with mouthwash take pain killers or antibiotics
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It's a flap of gum tissue near the erupting wisdom tooth called pericoronal flap possible cause of food impaction causing pericoronal inflammation and in turn abcess formation. So causing pain , and swelling.
Next Steps
visit dentist for further clinical examination
Health Tips
rinse with lukewarm salt water after every meals to maintain oral hygiene & avoid food impaction causing the trouble.
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