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Swollen gums after crown re-cemented 2 days ago.

January 6, 2018
Asked By:sdavid93 in Phoenix, AZ

I just had a crown re-cemented two days ago. Now my gums and inside top lip is swollen and irritating. Its not that painful, just swollen. Been really anxious about it.

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January 8, 2018

Answer: Swollen gums after crown recemented

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