I have a bad tooth on my left side that is really causing me severe pain. The surface of the tooth is gone and the tooth is slowing decaying, I believe. I had braces and my back tooth suffered. I  believe it is causing my left side to become swallow. I am unable to concentrate on anything because it is that bad. What should I do. Should I wait to call my dentist on Monday?
Hi welcome to Chat Doctor forum.  Thanks for calling Chat Doctor. Forum.  You had a bad tooth on the left side, causing you so much pain and swelling on that side. This could be deep dental caries leading to per apical abscess. You should surely visit a dentist for this since your tooth is infected the infection should be controlled with medicine. The reason for having such a severe pain is pressure that built with in the tooth because of the inflammation. The infection control together with pressure relief will help you to get relieved of the pain. Based on condition of the tooth your dentist will decide if you can go with a root canal treatment, or you have to get it removed.  Wishing u a good recovery. Have a nice day.