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What Causes Bump On The Gum After Tooth Extraction?

I had a tooth extraction one week ago. The tooth had had a root canal about 8 years ago. The dentist had to cut the roots out because the tooth and its roots were fractured. The extraction went okay, though I had a lot of bleeding and had to go back to the dentist's office several hours later and she put in gel foam and sutured the area to stop the bleeding. Now 5 days after extraction, I have a almost pea-sized bump on the gum next to the adjoining tooth. It is not painful. I should also mention that previous to the extraction, I had been on Keflex because there was some infection around the tooth. Should I be concerned about this bump or "fistula?"
Tue, 28 Jan 2014
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Hi,

Thanks for asking the query,

Swelling is common after extraction it could be due to trauma at the time of extraction.
I would suggest you to follow the post operative instructions given to you properly.
Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash gargles.
Take complete rest.

Take care!
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What Causes Bump On The Gum After Tooth Extraction?

Hi, Thanks for asking the query, Swelling is common after extraction it could be due to trauma at the time of extraction. I would suggest you to follow the post operative instructions given to you properly. Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash gargles. Take complete rest. Take care!