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What should I do if I experience gum swelling near a wisdom tooth?

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Hello! Warm salt water gargle ...  Read More

I have abscess on my gum near the tooth which i had a root canal few years back.the abscess comes and goes frequently...that tooth aches if i chew on that side.. Have attached a photo..pls help as i am scared to go out during this covid outbreak

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You might need to take an Xray to determine the status of the Root canal done teeth. Presently you can go along with warm saline gargle and gum massage till the covid situation normalises ...  Read More

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My tooth got broked in the upper jaw where root of the teeth inside the gums n balance tooth is remaining under the support of gum in front gum support

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Hi you need to go for x ray examination of that teeth...based on the degree of root fracture treatment option can be made..Based on your history it may breaks near the coronal third or middle third ...  Read More

My gums has swollen near a tooth. I have this throbbing pain. I tried antibacterial mouth wash, salt water n gargle, used antiseptic mouth gel over the area for the night, but still swelling or pain has not receded.

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It could be either a gum abscess or an abscess from the adjacent tooth,you will need to visit a dentist to diagnose the condition.A proper look inside the mouth and x rays will confirm the diagnosis.p ...  Read More

I have swelling in my gums near the wisdom tooth on the left side of my mouth, I would like to know what it is and how exactly can I cure it? I am experiencing pain over there and unable to eat from that side

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Swelling near wisdom tooth may be due to partially erupted tooth. In such cases we have to see radiographically whether we can save the tooth or we have to go for tooth extraction. Please get x ray d ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, why there is dark spot near my eyes? How it can be treated and photo is attached. Please advice.

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Dark spot appear since 2 months near eyebrow on both side of face.. Needto know the reason & medication

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It's facial melanosis...Undergo PRP therapy. Few creams available.... Contact me for treatment.. ...  Read More

I have dark spot near moustache area from last 8- 9 mnths .i am fed up of this .how to get rid of them? Plz help me

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Hi. Greetings. The picture enclosed is not sufficient to make a diagnosis. Kindly see a qualified dermatologist near you do that the lesion can be adequately diagnosed and of necessary Dermoscopy may ...  Read More

Swelling and on touching I can feel the pain of the gum .... as my wisdom tooth is erupting ... and no relieve since 5 days ... please can I get suggestions of home remedies

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Usually when wisdom tooth erupt this swelling occurs and it is called as pericoronitis. Home remedies I suggest will be do a salt water rinsing for couple of days but this won’t resolve ur problem. U ...  Read More

I have dark spots near my belly button. I thought it was dirt and tried to remove it but it didn't go away. Can someone tell me what it is?

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Use spirit and clean ...  Read More

My gum near tooth just swallow from 2-3weeks and causes pain when touched,I consulted a doctor and he gave stolin gel.I am using it for a week but see normaly different.What should I do?

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You may get a second opinion for the exact cause of swollen gums .Most of the time gum gets swollen due to pockets ( infection in gum) which can be cured by professional cleaning followed by warm wate ...  Read More

I have a painful gum from last two three days and now it has subsided to a large extend but now i see some white spots suddenly appear from last night near the gum line which was painful not sure why .

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Hello It might be due to the gum inflammation. It’s better if you visit the dentist for the treatment. ...  Read More

I am having this dark spot on back near shoulder for last one year.Its flat coloured spot no itching no pain not growing.Pics attached.Is it concerning?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My gum is mild swelling near 3rd molar lower tooth..there is impacted wisdom tooth and gum is swelling dr. Prescribed me monocef o cv 200 twice a day for 3 days...but after oneday my swelling is reduce ...will I have to continue this med???

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Hi, Continue the medication as prescribed. ...  Read More

I had my tooth extracted 7 days ago but still i feel pain in and around gums .. some white hard lump is visible inside the gum of the tooth which was extracted.. is this normal healing process ?? I have attached photo of mine.. pls advise

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Hello That is normal healing process ...  Read More

Is it possible to prevent gum swelling after tooth extraction?

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Hello! Kindly attach pic for better suggestions ...  Read More

What are the common causes of gum swelling after tooth extraction?

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Hello! Trauma or infection. ...  Read More

What is the connection between gum boils and tooth decay?

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Hello can you please tell me solution of dark spots .how to remove dark spots from forehead please explain full process

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I poked my premolar's gum with a toothpick. There is no pain in the gum but it got a little loose from one end of tooth and small food particle can be stuck under this.Just want to ask Will it be joined to the tooth by itself. There is no pain and I am daily rinsing it with salt water. It's been one week.

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Hi sir, It is about my father whose age is 65 years. Since last 15-20 days it has been observed that dark spots are developing around the waistline ..this started after taking iron supplements for 1 month..now the entire body has burning sensation and itching feeling..the body skin has dried very much. Pls reply what is the problem. Thank you,

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My father is having pain in his left side gum, he says that there is a half broken tooth that hurt at the end of the gum. There was a mild pain for the past 10 days and it was kind of bearable but now it's hurting much.

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An xray is required to come to a diagnosis. ...  Read More

Hi, I have a small white spot on my left side gum near the Wisdom teeth which is infected. I have seen it few weeks before. Tried to scrape it but it's not going away, it is hard. Please suggest, attached the pictures. Thanks

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A small white spot on the gum near the wisdom teeth could have various causes, and it's essential to have it examined by a dentist or an oral health professional for a proper diagnosis and appropriate ...  Read More

Hi I have got gum flap on my wisdom tooth. The tooth is not fully erupted and the skin has come over the tooth. The doctor has prescribed me antibiotics. What should be the next step, how will this be cured

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Get an x ray(Digital OPG) done, to check the space and orientation of wisdom tooth. If tooth is in right origin and proper space for fully eruption. Then if required, operculectomy can be done. And ...  Read More

Hi doctor. I am having these spots since years. Are these dark spots? How can I treat them. Please reply.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello I have reddish spot in gums for last 1 months. I am scared . Can u pls explain why this kind of spot

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Hi Do u have a habit of placing tobacco in that region If yes,stop it immediately Reason could be:- Chewing/ placing tobacco in that region Detailed history and physical examination will be helpful i ...  Read More

Black spot is there near penis and head of my penis looks dark...is this normal, does it look healthy?

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Need to evaluate your issue in detail. Basis which we can guide and assist further. ...  Read More

I had my front tooth root canal in 2010 and gum surgery becauseof the puse.. After so many years my gum is swollen on that root canal tooth. Mild pain on the gum. I am wearing zirconia. What could be done? My tooth will be removed ? I hattach my x ray report.

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There is periapical infection. Get re rct done.you can consult through this for prescription of medication to relieve pain and swelling. ...  Read More

There is small white spot near lower tooth I m seeing it for six month..should i worry about it..kindly tell please..i have given photo for reference..

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I want to know that what is the treatment cost of flap gum surgery and regeneration of bone level in gums.

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Depends on the condition of the tooth & surrounding areas varies as per the experience & skills of the dentist. Thanks! ...  Read More

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