“What could the bump on my gum be?”
I am a 24 year old male and I noticed a bump on my gums. What could the bump on my gum be?
6 Answers
OralandMaxillofacialSurgeonDentist
It’s most likely a fistula because one of the teeth needs a root canal. The nerve died slowly and now the infection has eaten through the bone and is draining. If you tap the tooth next to the “bump,” one should hurt more than the others.
Is it hard or soft? If soft, it could be a sign of an infection, cancer, tumor, etc.
Perhaps acute inflammation caused by accumulation of plaque (bacteria) in your gums, that causes infection or perhaps your brushing/ flossing in the gums are not good enough, no frequent or meticulous. May be a misalignment of your teeth that collects plaque. Basically lack of professional, deep cleaning. Need to see a Dentist for check up and X Rays. plus deep cleaning by a Hygienist.
It could be an abscess but obviously you need a dentist to examine you to determine what it is.
A bump on the gums can either be a tooth related infection in that site (should see a dentist to make sure the infection is under control), gingivitis, oral ulcer, or excess bone that feels like a bump in the site. Always see your dentist to find a diagnosis and necessary treatment.
You talk about a bump on your gum. You should see your dentist. By not knowing where your bump is, it can be something normal or something that needs attention. Please see your dentist!
