<s>[INST] 3 days ago my left back gum swelled up and hurt, so I rinsed with salt water and flossed and it felt better. However, the gums around the tooth have receded quite a bit and the inside feels like it has been cut and like there is something stuck deep under the gum. I have at least 2 cavities on the tooth and have a dental appointment scheduled for 1 week from now. I also have a doctors appointment in 2 days. Is there anything else I can do? Should I be receiving more urgent care? [/INST] Hi,Welcome to the forum,According to your clinical symptoms i suppose that you have developed infection in your tooth that had spread to the periapical tissues.A thorough clinical examination by the Dentist is required.Get the x-ray done of the infected tooth based on which it can be filled using restoration or can be root canal treated.Get complete mouth scaling polishing and curettage done.Take lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash rinses.Gingival recessions can be treated using periodontal surgeries.Take care!Regards.. </s>