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On my right bottom corner of my mouth, my wisdom tooth is growing in, and there is a huge bump... is that suppose to be there, or is that mean that it is infected?

Answer
If you have no pain then it should be fine. The bump is just gum tissue covering over the actual tooth. If it swells up or gets painful then it might be an issue.It might be a good idea to have a panoramic xray taken .This will let you know if the wisdom teeth are growing in straight or at a funky angle and you could get a better idea as to the necessity of keeping them or having them removed.
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Dr.Rafael Mosery

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Rafael Mosery,D.D.S.

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I`m a practicing general dentist for 26 years. Member of ADA,NYSDA,SDDS. In addition I am a fellow of the ICOI.My emphasis is on Implant Dentistry .I would be happy to answer questions regarding implant dentistry as well as general dental questions. Ofcourse within the limitations of no clinical exam and the absence of radiographs .

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Private practice for 26 years. Have kept up to date with continuing education throughout that time.




Organizations
ADA,NYDSA,SDDS,ICOI fellow,Penninsula Hospital Dental Society

Education/Credentials
NYU College of Dentistry DDS 1984 NYU College of Dentistry Surgical and prosthetic implantology program 1999-2001

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