I have a swelling on the gum of a painful tooth. What is it?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have been suffering from tooth problems for the last 6 or 7 years. The first few years I was feeling pain, I visited some dentists near me, and they gave me medicines to relieve pain. After that, my tooth corners started desquamation, and now, after the last few months, a small ball full of blood and matter appeared on the gum of that tooth. Could you tell me what that ball is and what I should do now?

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. It looks like you are having repeated sinus drainage, a localized infection because of that infectious tooth. I would have provided you with a better possible diagnosis and treatment plan if you had uploaded a picture. You can take Ofloxacin 200 mg twice daily and Metronidazole 400 mg thrice daily for five days. Your problem will be solved. But it is not a permanent solution; you either need to get a root canal treatment or remove it. To check whether there is any chance to save this tooth, I need a photograph of your tooth with this ball.

I have a swelling on the gum of a painful tooth. What is it?

Ask your health query to a doctor online

Company

Customer Care

Get iCliniq