With this condition, you may see yellow pus, or small reddish/white balls pushing out of a swollen gum, Shaw says. Other symptoms include: Fever Throbbing pain near teeth Swelling in face and neck ...

causing them to become swollen and bleed. Over time, the gums turn white and start to recede. Loose teeth and bad breath can also occur alongside these symptoms. Canker sores are painful lesions ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Gum cancer, also called gingiva cancer, occurs when cells in the gum grow out of control, forming tumors or lesions. A common form of gum cancer is squamous cell ...

Open your mouth and pull your cheeks outwards. You’re looking for any red or white patches on the inside ... Is there any swelling on your face or jaw that you haven’t noticed before?