Pericoronitis looks like its rotting

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26 year old Male. For the past week or so I have been dealing with pericoronitis. It's been uncomfortable but I've searched online about it and found that it would go away if treated with saltwater and mouthwash and kept clean. Today I noticed that it looks like the tip of my gum looks like its rotting or dead. I'm curious as to if this is part of the infection or if I should go to the dentist for something more serious and or antibiotics.

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If you aren't experiencing intense pain and or swelling, you don't have to visit the dentist right this moment. However, I recommend you see one as soon as you can and not wait for an emergency. Most likely it is your wisdom teeth and it is best to get an image and your dentist's opinion on the best course of action.
 

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