The white spot formed on the gum serves as an indicator of various diseases of the oral cavity. Some of them can be easily treated even at home, for example, trauma with solid food. Others are more serious and require immediate intervention by a qualified doctor.
Formation of a white spot on the gum after tooth extraction
Removal of the tooth is a complex traumatic operation, after which often there are complications. One of them is the alveolitis. It is a light, slightly grayish coating, covering the hole in the place of removal of the tooth.
The main reasons for such an off-white spot:
- an unsterile instrument was used;
- When removed, fragments of the tooth or tartar have fallen into the hole;
- non-compliance by the patient with the prescription of the doctor for care in the postoperative period beyond the oral cavity;
- weakened immunity of the patient, unable to cope with pyogenic bacteria, etc.
The appearance on the gums of a white spot, which also hurts, is a signal for the patient to immediately consult a dentist.
If a white spot on the gum appeared after tooth treatment
A whitish speck can result from gum injuries due to an inaccurately placed seal or brace. The dentist will easily eliminate the cause of this phenomenon, and the defect with time
Also, white spots after tooth treatment can be a sign of fistula. Perhaps, there was an infection, pus accumulated and complex and qualified treatment is required.
If the treatment used an unsterile instrument, the chance of catching Candida fungus increases. One of the symptoms of infection is a white spot (popularly called thrush ).
After the injection, a white spot may appear in the gum. If it does not go away within 2-3 days or begins to increase in size, you should definitely contact the dentist.