Swollen and bruised gum line, 7yr old, who lost front teeth almost a year ago.?

Question: My nephew, lost his two front teeth on the top gum line, almost a year ago. His adult teeth have not come in yet, and now his top gum line looks swollen and almost bruised. He doesn't complain about it causing any pain. My sister and I are concerned about this. She doesnt have insurance anymore, cause Florida Healthy Kids cut them off because of a misunderstanding in paper work, that she is trying to work out, but it may take some time.

Answers:
Chances are that the swollen gum line is because the teeth are finally ready to come out. The gums can appear bruised because the teeth are pushing through the tissue. Did he lose the teeth naturally or did they come out from trauma? If the teeth don't erupt in a week or so, she should take him to a dentist. If there is a college that has a school of dentistry near her she can get dental services VERY inexpensively. All work is done by students, but closely supervised by a licensed dentist. Also, have her call her regular dentist and explain the situation. S/He may be able to alleviate your worries over the phone.

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sounds to me like his teeth are finally coming through. she can ask his regular doctor. just explain to the dr that she doesnt have dental insurance. the dr should be able to direst where to go to get help.

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