White bump above tooth
A white bump above a tooth is often a small gum swelling, a draining sinus from a tooth infection, or exposed hard tissue, so its position and symptoms ma.
The short answer
A white bump above a tooth is often a small gum swelling, a draining sinus from a tooth infection, or exposed hard tissue, so its position and symptoms matter.
Why might an infected tooth create a gum bump?
It may be a parulis, a drainage point from an abscess at a tooth root, or an irritated area of gingiva. A firm bump can also be bone or an erupting tooth.
What should you do about a white bump above a tooth?
Do not squeeze it. Brush gently, note drainage or sensitivity, and arrange an examination with dental X-rays if it persists.
When does a bump above a tooth need prompt care?
Seek prompt care for facial swelling, fever, worsening pain, difficulty swallowing, or repeated drainage.
What should you ask about a bump above a tooth?
Ask whether the bump is in the gum or bone and whether the tooth needs drainage, root-canal treatment, periodontal care, or extraction.
Frequently asked questions
Can a painless bump be an infection?
Yes. Drainage may reduce pressure while infection remains.
What should I bring to the appointment?
Bring your medicines, relevant medical history, and a clear description of when the symptom or concern began.
Who wrote this page
This library is published by Dental Nation, a licensed dental group practising in the United Arab Emirates. Pages are written and overseen by the same clinical team that treats patients in our clinics, and are held to a fixed editorial standard for safety and accuracy.
This page is patient education, not medical advice, and cannot replace an examination. Anything urgent — facial swelling, trauma, uncontrolled bleeding or severe pain — needs a dentist or emergency care now.