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Suggest Treatment For A Swelling In The Gums

Hey there. I had my last impacted wisdom tooth taken out 5 years ago. Now for the last 6 mos the place where it was removed on the bottom left side in the back of my mouth has been swelling up on and off. The pain seems worse now this time though u really cant see swelling on the face I sure can feel it. But wen I oppen my mouth I can see the gum pressing up against the molar I stil have left. The gum looks redish white. what is wrong with my mouth and is this causing my jaw and ear to hurt to on that same side and my eye to twitch all the time? Ur help is much appreciated. Thankyou!
Wed, 20 Aug 2014
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Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
The reddish white area with swollen gum is because of the gum impingement by the opposing tooth. It can be frictional keratosis along with a traumatic ulcer. Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated. If it is a wisdom tooth that is impinging on the gums, then get it removed. There is no meaning in keeping the wisdom tooth when the opposing tooth is missing.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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Suggest Treatment For A Swelling In The Gums

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The reddish white area with swollen gum is because of the gum impingement by the opposing tooth. It can be frictional keratosis along with a traumatic ulcer. Consult a oral physician and get it evaluated. If it is a wisdom tooth that is impinging on the gums, then get it removed. There is no meaning in keeping the wisdom tooth when the opposing tooth is missing. I hope my answer will help you, take care.