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What Is The White Hard Knot In My Gum?

Ok hello i have a question, my lower front tooth is fine no cavities, so why wud i have swelling behind it,and in the front of the lower tooth on the gum its a hard white knot so wat could this be please?? Oh and now instead of throbbing pain its went numb cant feel that tooth.Thank u
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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Hello,
You may have a periodontal problem causing an infection. Front teeth are subject to trauma and can abscess without decay present. Have you have a recent dental exam to know that there is not any decay present? Do you have tartar buildup and need a dental cleaning? A growth or tumor is a possibility. I suggest you have a clinical exam with an X-ray to find out an accurate diagnosis. Do your best to Keep up with daily dental care and rinse the area. Any abrupt change especially with numbness raises a greater concern. I am glad to answer more questions with additional details.
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What Is The White Hard Knot In My Gum?

Hello, You may have a periodontal problem causing an infection. Front teeth are subject to trauma and can abscess without decay present. Have you have a recent dental exam to know that there is not any decay present? Do you have tartar buildup and need a dental cleaning? A growth or tumor is a possibility. I suggest you have a clinical exam with an X-ray to find out an accurate diagnosis. Do your best to Keep up with daily dental care and rinse the area. Any abrupt change especially with numbness raises a greater concern. I am glad to answer more questions with additional details. Thank you for your inquiry.