I have 4 small bumps in my cheek tissue that showed up a few years ago - they look whitish when I pull my cheeks tight. They haven't grown in size or caused pain over the years, but they have been there the whole time. Dentist hasn't ever commented on them, and I was too chicken to mention them specifically. Well, started dipping again for about 4 months earlier this year - they all seemed to flare up. Quit 8 weeks ago & they are receeding again; however, this time I went to the dentist & showed him as I was concerned.
He referred me to an oral surgeon for a biopsy. Biopsy finally happens this Friday. I've been freaking out since - and I concur with the posters, my wife doesn't seem to understand my concern here & I feel quite alone. To make matters worse, my throat has gotten tight over the last week - I'm pretty sure due to anxiety as I've had a hard time sleeping & almost go to a panic point at times, but who knows really...