I had my lowwer left wisdom tooth extracted over three months ago. Since that time the swelling in my lower jaw has remained swollen but not painful. There was a small bone and root that was left by the dentist. I have since seen an Oral Surgeon who says that he has no idea why my jaw is swollen. I am having the bone and root removed but surgeon says it would be my choice, not required. I know something happened when my tooth was extracted and I am not sure if the Oral Surgeon is trying to protect the dentist or why he is unable to give me more information. This surgeon has thirty yrs of experience and is also an MD. Please help I am at a lost as to what i should do next.