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Suggest Treatment For Soreness And Painful Gum After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Hello, I just had all 4 of my wisdom teeth extracted last Saturday (11 days ago). Healing has been going well with minimal pain and soreness but today I ran my tongue along my top right gum and noticed a large bump protruding from the gum where the tooth used to be. I do still have some slight discomfort on that side although I wouldn't call it pain and it is not overally painful to the touch. I have a follow up appointment this coming Saturday with my oral surgeon but am wondering what this could be and if I should call my regular dentist tomorrow. I know that this could be bone but it is pretty large and am wondering if it could be anything else. Any information you could provide would be appreciated. Thank you.
Sat, 19 Jul 2014
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Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The soreness or the large bump could be a blood clot that has formed in the socket or a socket granuloma. Nothing to worry its normal. The socket will get healed in 15days. If the pain persists even after a week then consult a oral physician and take a opinion. Do saline gargling and maintain oral hygiene. Continue the course of antibiotics.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Soreness And Painful Gum After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The soreness or the large bump could be a blood clot that has formed in the socket or a socket granuloma. Nothing to worry its normal. The socket will get healed in 15days. If the pain persists even after a week then consult a oral physician and take a opinion. Do saline gargling and maintain oral hygiene. Continue the course of antibiotics. I hope my answer will help you, take care.