Brian thanks for your response, it has helped to put me more at ease. I have scheduled a dentist appointment for 2 weeks just in case this doesn't go away. I have also noticed that along the very bottom of my gum where I placed the dip, there is a very small patch of white skin. It easy falls off, but should I be taking it off, or is this just the skin trying to heal itself. I appreciate all that u have done for me so far. This is a great website thanks-zach