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What Causes A Painfully Swollen Lump On The Upper Gum?

there is a large ball of swelling on my left upper gum in my mouth it hurts alot and its like super tender i really want to rupture it myself...currently i only covered for family planning so going to the er or a dentist is out of the question due to the fact i cannot afford one..what are some home remedies i can do to bring down the swelling and what can i take over the counter for the pain?
Tue, 20 Jun 2017
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Thanks for consulting Healthcaremagic.

I have read your query and understand your concern. As far as small swelling in gum is concerned this can be due to periodontal problem. For this i will suggest you to consult oral surgeon for oral prophylaxis and intra oral periapical rradiograph of that region .
Inmeantime you can do warm salt water rinses and you can take medicine like paracetamol for pain . You can also upload images of your gums and consult me asking direct query for further information . I will be happy to help you always .

Hope this will help you .
Regards .
Dr. Priyanka Tiwari
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What Causes A Painfully Swollen Lump On The Upper Gum?

Hello Thanks for consulting Healthcaremagic. I have read your query and understand your concern. As far as small swelling in gum is concerned this can be due to periodontal problem. For this i will suggest you to consult oral surgeon for oral prophylaxis and intra oral periapical rradiograph of that region . Inmeantime you can do warm salt water rinses and you can take medicine like paracetamol for pain . You can also upload images of your gums and consult me asking direct query for further information . I will be happy to help you always . Hope this will help you . Regards . Dr. Priyanka Tiwari