Sorry Chuck - but how can you "dip" and still have "excellent oral hygiene"? Aren't the two diametrically opposed?

I guess it could be said that tobacco doesn't cause tooth decay but that's about it.

Denial is not a river in Eygyt.

Stop using tobacco products - heed the wakeup call or you will be joining our little club.

A lump with no pain is definitely something to be concerned about. You didn't say who you were making an appointment with but, if it were me, I would make it with an ENT or head & neck surgeon. You don't even want to fool around with a misdiagnosis. Like others have said - it's probably not a big deal but if it is, time is of the essence.

We all understand your fear -we have walked in this path before you. I passed out when I got my Dx. You can always ask for anti-anxiety meds to get you through.