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Query: Hello doctor, The bump behind my top two front teeth is swollen and slightly tender. It has been this way for approximately 2 months now. I went to my dentist who suggested that I take out my Invisalign to see if that was the problem because my primary care doctor could not find any reason behind th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please be aware. It is nothing but inflammatory gingival enlargement (in front also but localized) due to either any preoperative trauma or any injury in the past. I suggest you do not worry. Go for gingivoplasty (the surgical recontouring of the gingival tissue surroun... Read Full »
I have been suffering from gum recession. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from gum recession. I visited the dentist but the doctor said that gum grafting is not possible. Is there any other option? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. See grafting is done for class 1 and 2 in Miller's classification. Beyond that the prognosis becomes poor. Other options are removable partial dentures or implants. However, if you can share the clinical picture with me I can suggest the best treatment with a good prog... Read Full »
Are my gums sensitive due to my periods?
Query: Hello, My teeth have felt a bit tender for the last few days, and my gums are a bit swollen and red. Today the pain is more than usual. I suspect that my gums are inflamed, and I am experiencing tightness and pain on the right side of my mouth. The pain arises above my teeth, and there is some redne... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Please do not worry. I think this swelling is due to hormonal fluctuations, which results in an inflammatory response. It increases vasodilation (widening of the blood vessels) and results in swelling and vague pain. I... Read Full »