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Hard bony swelling
Hi doctor , i feel like there is some hard outgrowth on lower jaw I will attach the pic ...please suggest me if it is serious
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Hello mam,
As itz not clear pic.. Well itz seems more of gummy swelling due to peridontitis.... Better to rule out with an xray.. There is scale of calculus inner aspect of ur teeth.. Proper cleaning is must.
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Better to visit a dentist for further investigation
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Good oral hygiene is must
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Hello.. Welcome to practo..
I advice you to check if the size is increasing or causing any discomforts..
And visit oral surgeon..
Thank you..
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These hard bony growths are called tori and are harmless.
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Visit dentist for further clinical examination & investigations like a small xray called iopa for exact diagnosis.
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Hello dear
Please be aware.
I think it is mandibular tori or bony outgrowth.see if it interferes with speech and eating then it requires excision otherwise no treatment is required as it is non cancerous.however for further details you can consult me
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