I have a strange lump in my mouth on the upper right side. It is above the gumline towards my cheek . It hurts and feels hard. My dentist took an xray and it was not an infected tooth. Do you have any thoughts on what it could be and if it needs treatment. I am on Kelex right now for my cold and flu symptoms.
Hello there, Thanks for writing your query, Lumps seen in the oral cavity can be of various types.  They can be infective lesions related to tooth like periodontal abscess or gingival abscess Chat Doctor.  Lumps are also formed due to being or malignant swellings of the jaws.  Cysts of the jaws, related to tooth or bone may also lead to swelling.  Parotitis or parotid gland swelling may also form lump behind the upper jaw line.  Exact diagnosis can be made only after clinical examination and evaluation by taking radiographs.  I would suggest you to get and OPG radiograph done which will help in diagnosis and accordingly treatment can be planned. Consult an oral surgeon and get the examination done. I hope this helps, take care.