Is it normal for gums to be swollen and painful?

Lately, I have troubles with a certain tooth, and it does have a larger cavity now that a piece has falling out. I do have a appt on March 21st…It’s not soon enough for me but that’s as soon as it is for them. I noticed something was up with my gums when I ran my tongue around my teeth on the lower side left. I noticed that a bit of my gums was up to my teeth! Between the crack, my teeth are still together. It’s painful to touch, but not enough to make me go ow, just enough I know it hurts. Do gums sometimes do that, or am I in trouble here with my mouth? I’m thinking this may result in a pulled tooth (Which honestly, I hope they do)

Answer #1

yeah no you most likely to get your tooth pulled but the gum isnt suppose to do that.

Answer #2

it sounds like it’s swollen… possibly infected.

Answer #3

i want it pulled, it’s caused so much pain to me that ive broken down in tears

Answer #4

thats what im thinking, if it gets any worse i will go to the dentis and if they dont do a thing about it, im going to the hospital

Answer #5

Snds like an absess and the dentist will probably give u antibiotics b4 pullin it

Answer #6

You can always go to your doctor or the er and they will give you anti biotics for it. Sea salt rinses can help for some relief but Call your dentist again and see if they can move your app up or find a dentist that takes emergency app.

Answer #7

awww. i’m sorry. sad face.

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