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What Can Cause A Lump Near A Decaying Teeth?

hi i have a decaying tooth that i have ignored a few days ago my face swelled up and now the swelling has gone but i have a lump that is directly above my tooth almost above my jaw but is not visible but can be felt on my cheek.iam concerned it may be oral cancer
Tue, 8 Apr 2014
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hello thanks for consulting at hcm,,it could be abscess either of periapical..plz consult a oral surgeon specialist at the earliest for the x-rays and treatment..hope it helps..tc..
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What Can Cause A Lump Near A Decaying Teeth?

hello thanks for consulting at hcm,,it could be abscess either of periapical..plz consult a oral surgeon specialist at the earliest for the x-rays and treatment..hope it helps..tc..