My gum is swollen, and feels as if there’s a lump. It’s coming over my wisdom tooth as well as around it. Really sore and tender. Anyone suggest anything I can do?
This is called pericoronitis. There is not enough space for your wisdom tooth. The best option would be to remove the wisdom tooth if this is a recurring problem. In the mean time, salt water rinses as well as anti-inflammatory medication can help manage symptoms.
Want to reply to this thread or ask your own question?
You'll need to choose a username for the site, which only take a couple of moments. After that, you can post your question and our members will help you out.