I developed a lump on the side of my gum the size of a pea the last two days which is hard and painful. Should I be concerned? I tried to squeeze it but have irritated it. Should I be concerned? My grandfather had jaw cancer from smoking. and had part of his jaw removed and has since passed. I am not a smoker.
Any bump in the mouth is of concern. Inflamed tissue can require simple treatment such as a cleaning or be an indication of a more severe condition such as a cancer. A visit to the dentist for an exam and cleaning or a limited exam with a possible X-ray of that location is advised. Suggest you rinse area and gentle dental care. Avoid area when chewing with a soft diet. Anti-inflammatory medication may help. Common conditions