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Bump on my gum after RCT
I was gone through RCT in my moral teeth 5 months ago but now i am seeing a small bump on my gum from past 1 day for now it's quite small and not painful but i am afraid because the last time RCT process was very time taking and very painful i don't want to go through something like that again. Please help
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swelling in gums is usually a sinus tract due to draining pus or remaining infection, wait for one week take medications, if problem still persist you may have to repeat RCT or even extract that tooth.
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Kindly visit nearby dentist for further followup.
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Don't worry. The swelling on your gums can be due to multiple reasons. Clinical evaluation is necessary for proper diagnosis. Failing to consult due to fear might aggravate your problem in future. Kindly consult a dentist for your problem.
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Dr. Nihal Yadav
Dentist
1 yrs exp
Delhi
That swelling might be due to some infection , kindly visit dentist and get properly assessed.
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Visit your dentist and get treated
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Dr. Meenakshi Sood
Periodontist
39 yrs exp
Delhi
This swelling/ bump in the gum can be due to infection and inflammation in the area.
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Please schedule an appointment with your dentist for proper assessment of cause of this swelling.
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