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Abcess, where bacteria has set up an infection at the end of the tooth's root.

Might be a gum infection.

Either way, get to a dentist. Any infection should be treated, especially one in the head region.

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Q: Had a root canal where the prognosis was guarded due to crack in tooth. More than a year later the gum on the outside above tooth is swollen what are the possible causes?
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