question: I had my #17 molar extracted in November due to decay and painful abscess. I had no problems with dry socket or any kind of healing at the time. This evening, I noticed a lump between my cheek and gums, maybe on my jaw, closely under the previous location of the tooth that is a little sensitive to touch but not painful or noticeable otherwise. I was wondering if it is possible for the abscess or other infection to still be there or is it more likely unrelated and should be followed up with a dentist or doctor?