hi doctor, my gums under my tooth is swelling for 2months. it isnt hurt. but every time i drink cold water, i felt my tooth is like freezing but i dont feel any pain at all. by the way i have tooth fillings from that. I already have my xray and the dentist told me to undergo root canal because theirs a pus inside.. i dont believe them
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The swelling in the gums could be because of the infection in the root tip. If the tooth is non-vital then it has to be treated with root canal treatment. The procedure is not painful. Consult a good endodontist and get it done. meanwhile take a course of antibiotics like penicillin and metronidazole if you are not allergic. I hope my answer will help you. Take care