Re: Gum seperates from molar?

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Gum seperates from molar?

darintenb@gmail.com

21 Nov 2006 11:21

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Yesterday I noticed the the gum behind a molar was pulling away from
the tooth. It doesn't hurt, but the part that has essentially 'pealed
back' is now flopping around loose in my mouth. Obviously the
immediate answer is to go to the dentist, but I'm an international
student outside of the US and want to avoid the dentist here unless
absolutely necessary due to the bad reputation of dentists in the area.

Is it likely that the gum will magically re-attach itself just as it
magically pulled off, or am I experiencing something more serious that
needs to be dealt with immediately?

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