Hi, on the top of my left gum I have developed a couple of extremely small red dots/holes as if it was a rash. I brush my teeth 2-3 times a day and floss when ever I can. I also have gotten braces recently. Which Im not sure if it effects anything. The gums dont seem inflamed or anything but Im still worried. Please let me know what this is and if it serious (if so how can I get it treated)
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint it seems that a couple of small dots or holes over the gum seems to be infection or injury to the area that can be caused due to the braces while can also be due to trauma caused by toothbrush or any hard food. It can also be due to viral infection causing cold sores that generally occurs in clusters. Another common cause can be inflamed minor salivary glands present in that area. I would suggest you to apply an antiseptic and steroid oral ointment combination over the area. If there is soreness you can also apply numbing gel containing Lidocaine. You can start doing warm saline gargles and also do antiseptic mouthwash gargles. Take a soft diet and maintain a good oral hygiene. Chew a vitamin C pellet daily. In case if there is still no improvement consult a Dentist and get evaluated. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards. Chat Doctor.