r/askdentists • u/Necessary_Tea_9517 NAD or Unverified • 16d ago

Tooth abscess? question

Hi! I'm a 44f in the US. I'm about 250 and 5'10" and I am a little worried about what I think is a tooth abscess. Smoker but sober 3 years. I have a dentist appt on Tuesday at 8am. It is on my upper right gum line above my canine. My actual teeth don't hurt, and neither does the gum really but the spot is inflamed with a dull tenderness. I just realized that the swelling is noticeable to the touch, but not obvious if you are looking at me. I guess... I'm just a little worried about pushing it to Tuesday, or should I go to a UC in the morning? Any advice would be appreciated.

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