I had an extraction a few months ago because of an infection. Since the extraction I have a lump under the jaw where the tooth was. I was given an x ray which showed a dark show in that area and given stronger antibiotics for 5 days. Im worried that this could be more serious.
Dear sir/mam, welcome to Chat Doctor. You have not mentioned the dark shadow is well-defined or not. If it is well-defined then it is cyst, if it is not then periapical infection. A tumor is a growth caused by an overproduction of cells. A cyst is similar to a tumor, except that it is filled with fluid. Both tumors and cysts can form in the bone of the maxillofacial region, most frequently in the lower jaw bone, or mandible. The antibiotics are given to control the infection. Donot worry the dental surgeon will take care of it. You can consult an oral maxillofacial surgeon for second opinion. Thank you, Chat Doctor.