{"id":149,"date":"2024-10-23T14:32:43","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T14:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebrickdentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=149"},"modified":"2024-10-23T14:32:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T14:32:44","slug":"what-is-that-bump-on-my-gums","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebrickdentalcare.com\/blog\/what-is-that-bump-on-my-gums\/","title":{"rendered":"What is that Bump on My Gums?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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While you can\u2019t always see what\u2019s in your mouth, chances are you\u2019re pretty familiar with how it normally feels when you move your tongue around. Your cheeks and gums should be mostly smooth and pain free, so if there is a change you\u2019ll likely notice it immediately. But sometimes it can be hard to determine what exactly is causing it. If you\u2019ve noticed a new lump or lesion in your mouth, it\u2019s normal to be concerned. The truth is, these can be caused by a number of different things, some serious, others not. Here are a few common causes of mouth bumps, and when you should see your emergency dentist.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Dental Cyst<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A dental cyst is basically a bubble of air, fluid, or other materials that grows along your teeth or on your gums. Most of the time they appear around the roots of dead or buried teeth, and only hurt if they become infected. Sometimes, larger cysts can put pressure on your teeth and cause damage to your jaw over time. Thankfully, cysts can be easily removed if they are causing you trouble, so speak to your dentist if you\u2019re concerned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canker Sores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though small, canker sores can cause a whole lot of pain, especially if you accidentally bite them. Thankfully, aside from getting in the way while you chew, canker sores are completely harmless and will go away on their own after about two weeks. Symptoms of these tiny oral ulcers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n