
What Causes Bump On Upper Jaw Above The Canine Tooth?

tooth infection, cyst/abscess, exostosis, RCT
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
As far as the lump over the canine tooth region is concerned, i have two possibilities.
It can be because of the tooth infection that has resulted in abscess or cyst formation which results in lump near to the root surface of the tooth. The other possible cause can be a bony over growth like osteoma or exostosis.
Nothing to be panic, consult a good oral physician and get it evaluated.
If it is secondary to tooth infection the tooth has to be treated with root canal treatment along with a course of antibiotics. If it is a bony overgrowth it can be corrected surgically.
These are the possible causes and treatment plan based on the description of the lesion given by yourself. If you can upload the images of the lump and the radiographs i can give you exact diagnosis and treatment plan.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
If you have any queries, reply me back.


radiograph, orthopantomograph
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your feed back. If i am your treating doctor, i would suggest you to get a full jaw radiograph like Orthopantomograph which reveals the lesions of the tooth and jaw bone. So you consult a good oral physician and take one more opinion.
I hope i have answered your question.
Take care.

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Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S
Dentist, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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