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What could a small pebble-like lump under the tongue be after a temporary crown?

August 23, 2018
Asked By:hallmm in Asbury Park, NJ

I just had a temp crown put on and now under my tongue where the gums are I have a small hard lump like a pebble never was there before. 

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August 27, 2018

Answer: Bump

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August 25, 2018

Answer: Tongue

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August 25, 2018

Answer: Tongue

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