General Medical Question - Non Urgent - Bump on my gum just above tooth?

[lovelybones]

Hi all. Random thing I noticed this morning: a somewhat large, uncomfortable lump right above one of my molars in my gum. It's slightly painful if I touch it, but my tooth doesn't hurt or anything. I washed out my mouth with salt water this morning & the swelling has gone down slightly. Any idea what this may be or how to get rid of it? Thanks xx

[Bitter_Angel]

could be an ulcer or any number of things like an infection or another tooth comming through. perhaps use mouthwas or salt water for a while but if it dosnt begin to clear up then speak to a dentist.

[lovelybones]

Thank you for all of your responses. I went to my dentist and it turns out I have an abscess. :(

[cest.la.vie]

Ouch :( I currently have one too, so you're not alone! Antibiotics have cleared mine up for now, waiting to see my dentist to get it properly sorted. Hope yours gets better soon! x