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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Gums With A Layer Of Loose Tissue
Hi I have a swollen gum with a layer of loose tissue. There is a loose lump inside the tissue about the size of a very small pea. It is painless but hurts if I apply pressure and can be moved. The gum lining hangs down a little also. It is situated to the left of my top incisor. When I saw my dentists a few months ago they didn't know what it was and also performed an x ray. They advised I used salt water which did not work.
Tue, 17 Feb 2015
Hello, Thank you for consulting with HCM.
This kind of swollen gums appear in two cases, first is when there is some kind of infection of gums because of improper brushing called as periodontal abscess.
Second kind is when there is a swelling because of hormonal problem known as pyogenic granuloma.
Better you visit an oral surgeon for proper diagnosis.
Hope it will help you.
This kind of swollen gums appear in two cases, first is when there is some kind of infection of gums because of improper brushing called as periodontal abscess.
Second kind is when there is a swelling because of hormonal problem known as pyogenic granuloma.
Better you visit an oral surgeon for proper diagnosis.
Hope it will help you.
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