What is the hard movable lump on my Jaw?
Patient: I have a lump on my jaw about 3/4 of an inch away from my teeth where my jaw starts curving upward.  It's hard, but will wiggle side to side.  It doesn't hurt at all even when I put pressure on it.  Should I go to my dentist?  My next cleaning isn't until May. Doctor: Hi dear ,The symptoms you mention in query like hard lump , movable and do not having pain are pointing towards a condition known as ' lipoma ' . A lipoma is a growth of fat cells in a thin, fibrous capsule usually found just below the skin. It doesn't seems to be due to dental infection. Usually lipoma is harmless . It become a course of concern if it increase in size , cause pain or get infected . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper diagnosis and rule out cause like dental infection . Doctor may recommend its surgical removal for aesthetic purpose .Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari