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What Is The Hard Abscess On Gums After Reworking On Root Canal?

I had an old root canal from 4 years ago reworked about 5 months ago. The infection was(reworked) found during an xray for standard dental check. So I went and had it reworked even though I was in no pain at all. Within the last 5 days I have developed a hard absess on the gums on the front side of that same reworked tooth. It does not hurt, its just there. Red and a hard lump. I have made another appointment with my dentist for tomorrow. But I am eager to know what this absess is and what can/may be done. Any advice would be appreciated.
Tue, 8 Apr 2014
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Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM,
I have gone through your query, as you have undergone root canal treatment and now you have hard lump dont worry it can be due to infection in gums is still there .

If there is periapical infection then go for Re-Rct , if it is due to periodontal problem then go for currettage

Hope this will help you.

Wishing you good health.
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What Is The Hard Abscess On Gums After Reworking On Root Canal?

Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM, I have gone through your query, as you have undergone root canal treatment and now you have hard lump dont worry it can be due to infection in gums is still there . If there is periapical infection then go for Re-Rct , if it is due to periodontal problem then go for currettage Hope this will help you. Wishing you good health.