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Suggest Treatment For Bump Under Tongue

Hi, I have a sort of bubble/bump under my tongue, in my sublingual papilla area and i do not know what it is or how to treat it. it does not hurt, it just bothers a bit and i am worries as to what it may be... also, i had the same bump but smaller a few days ago and by accident exploded it when i touched it with my finger. this time, the bump grew bigger in the same area and will not explode if i press on it. What is it? How should i treat it to make it disappear? Thanks in advance
posted on Thu, 8 Jan 2015
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Hello,
You may have a clogged saliva duct. if you have a hard, calcified stone, it may pass, if small. Massage the area gently for release of pressure. A larger blockage may require a trip to your dentist or oral surgeon for removal. Trauma, an allergic reaction or too much spicy food may resolve with avoidance of all irritants and gentle rinsing with salt water. Antiinflammitory medications may help as well.
Consider salivary gland disorders or tumor if swelling increases or tissue change is evident. Your dentist should be able to advise you on needed additional steps.
Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you have luck with my basic suggestions, if not, Schefule a dental visit.
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Suggest Treatment For Bump Under Tongue

Hello, You may have a clogged saliva duct. if you have a hard, calcified stone, it may pass, if small. Massage the area gently for release of pressure. A larger blockage may require a trip to your dentist or oral surgeon for removal. Trauma, an allergic reaction or too much spicy food may resolve with avoidance of all irritants and gentle rinsing with salt water. Antiinflammitory medications may help as well. Consider salivary gland disorders or tumor if swelling increases or tissue change is evident. Your dentist should be able to advise you on needed additional steps. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you have luck with my basic suggestions, if not, Schefule a dental visit.