Bump on gum next to molar
A bump beside a molar can be an irritated gum flap, a draining sinus from an infected tooth, a periodontal swelling, or normal bone.
What is the direct answer?
A bump beside a molar can be an irritated gum flap, a draining sinus from an infected tooth, a periodontal swelling, or normal bone.
What does this question mean?
A dentist checks the gum, tooth vitality, pockets, bite, and nearby wisdom tooth, with radiographs when needed.
What can you do next?
Do not squeeze it. Keep the area clean, note drainage or change, and use labelled pain relief only as directed.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek urgent care for facial swelling, fever, spreading redness, or swallowing or breathing difficulty. Ask what structure caused it.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask which diagnosis fits the findings, what treatment is needed, and what changes should prompt earlier review.
Frequently asked questions
Can home care identify the cause?
Home care may ease irritation, but examination can be needed to identify the cause.
What should you record?
Note when it began, what changes it, and any medicines, products, or dental work involved.