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Suggest Treatment For Small Sores And Bumps On Inner Surface Of Cheek
Question: I just have felt a sore on the inside of my cheek - I can only tell that it is bump. Should I wait to see if it heals or see a Dr. immediately? I don't smoke. thanks!
Brief Answer:
You can wait for a couple of weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Small sores and bumps in side the cheek are usually apthous ulcers, teeth bites / trauma while brushing or at the the opening of the parotid salivary gland duct.
2. If you can upload clear, close-up images of the sore area inside the cheek, it will help.
3. If it persists, increases in size/ number or new symptoms develop (such as severe pain) beyond two weeks get it examined either by a dentist or an ENT Specialist.
4. Local application of a mouth gel, baking soda or medicated gargles will be useful.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
You can wait for a couple of weeks.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for your query.
1. Small sores and bumps in side the cheek are usually apthous ulcers, teeth bites / trauma while brushing or at the the opening of the parotid salivary gland duct.
2. If you can upload clear, close-up images of the sore area inside the cheek, it will help.
3. If it persists, increases in size/ number or new symptoms develop (such as severe pain) beyond two weeks get it examined either by a dentist or an ENT Specialist.
4. Local application of a mouth gel, baking soda or medicated gargles will be useful.
I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.
Regards.
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