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Pimple/ Lump (Inner Cheek)
Hi Doctor,
I have a pimple/ lump inside my inner cheek (mouth) next to my tooth. It does not hurt + there is no bleeding. Also it is constant in size since the last 4-5 days.
I am attaching the image.
I am a bit distressed right now as I am unable to visit a doctor and get this checked due to the lockdown.
Your help would be greatly appreciated.
+ I am a smoker and have reduced my consumption.
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dont use any ointment, its normal stucture present in every person. dont worry.
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It is most likely the site where salivary gland duct comes in moth.It might be injured or inflamed due to minor trauma from cusp or some sharp food.
Do warm saline rinses 5-6 times daily for a week
Apply Hexigel on affected area thrice daily for a week
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Actually this might be due to cheek bite ...it will heal within 1 week ..pls follow the instructions
1) warm saline risnes 3-4 times regularly for 1 week
2)Avoid hot spicy and citrus food for some time
3)Limit the habit of smoking
4)Drink plenty of water
5)apply dologel 2-3 times a day at the infected site
6)Take vitamin supplements (vit A toZ) once daily for 2weeks after having the dinner
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Maybe due to cheek biting
Avoid smoking
Apply kenakort ointment
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Dr. Rupa K R
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
This is a Stensons duct. It's an opening on the cheek for salivary flow. It is completely normal. No it is not associated with smoking. Do not apply anything on it. Stop your smoking habit as it is harmful for you in the long term.
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visit your dentist after lockdown
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