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What Causes Lump On Lower Jaw Post Teeth Removal?
following extraction of my remaining teeth on lower jaw i developed a lump, one dentist thought it was a cyst but as it was hard referred me to a hospital. i can apply pressure and reduce the lump and taste a salty 'stuff', however my own dentist thought it may be cancer - can you help allay my fears as my hospital appointment is yet to come through
Thu, 18 Dec 2014
Post extraction granulomas are very common. If it growing in size than is a matter of concern. Any which way a biopsy of the lump can rule out the exact cause. Stay positive
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