<s>[INST] A recent 360 degree x-ray revealed a puss pocket surrounding one of my wisdom teeth on the right, upper side of my mouth.  I had three of my wisdom teeth extracted when I was in my early 20s and I'm now 54.  What is the danger of leaving this like it is? [/INST] Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting HCM,    I have gone through your query,  as you have pus filled wisdom tooth I will suggest you that you should go for Extraction.   Leaving like this infection in tooth can cause swelling, pain , and space infection . Do warm saline gargle two - three times a day.  Hope this will help you.  Wishing you good health. </s>