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Inflamed Incisive Papilla

Inflammation of the incisive papillae appears as small white or red spots that emerge when the papillae evolve to be irritated and narrowly protruded. The other name for this condition is lie bumps or transient lingual papillitis. This inflammation occurs from the normal exfoliation of papillae cells.

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I have a swollen incisive papilla after orthodontic treatment.

Query: Hello doctor, After an orthodontic adjustment three months ago, my incisive papilla was irritated, slightly numb, and swollen. I had a cleaning done and an x-ray taken by my dentist. I was suggested better flossing and mouth rinse. The issue is still there, which sometimes gets better, sometimes wor...  Read Full »


Dr. Mohammad Emranul Islam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The papilla is red and swollen palatally and looks like it bleeds on the touch. But it is nothing serious. If it does not cause pain or does not continue to grow, then you do not have to worry about it. It is a comm...  Read Full »

What causes a painful bump on the gums between the two upper front teeth?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25-year-old male. I remember having this problem two years back when I ate something that caused a painful bump on my gum between my upper two front teeth. It was said that the swelling should go away after a few days, and I should avoid eating crispy and hot food. I did exactly l...  Read Full »


Dr. Bharat Joshi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please be calm. It is nothing but inflamed incisive papilla. It can be caused due to some hard food chewing or specific trauma by either toothpick or Perio-Aid. I suggest you take proper oral hygiene and wait for four to five days so that the swelling can subside. I ...  Read Full »

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