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What Causes Swelling In Gums Of A Child?

My 7 year old just woke up and his gum is swollen like the size of a pea. It s in the bottom right jaw where a wisdom tooth would be. Should I be concerned? I mean I am very concerned, but do I need to remedy the issue at a hospital? No temperature, otherwise healthy child.
Thu, 8 Jan 2015
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Hi...ti seems like a gingivitis and it is inflammation or infection of the gums. I suggest you seek your dentist's consultation regarding this as it might require oral antibiotics too.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Swelling In Gums Of A Child?

Hi...ti seems like a gingivitis and it is inflammation or infection of the gums. I suggest you seek your dentist s consultation regarding this as it might require oral antibiotics too. Regards - Dr. Sumanth