What causes lump in the middle lower jaw?
Patient: I have a lump in the middle lower jaw behind my teeth close to the chin. It is very tender to the touch. The dentist has given me Penicillin and it has helped a little but remains swollen and sore. It is hard to even eat because when I chew it irritates the bump. I am almost finished with the Penicillin and am scheduled to see the dentist Monday. The bump was larger but has shrunk. I have had a bump there for a long time but it has never been painful. Suggestions? Doctor: Hi,It seems that you might be having infection in the root of tooth giving this trouble.Continue with antibiotic.Take NSAID anti -inflammatory medicine to get recovery fast.Ok and take care.