I kept wiggling my permanent tooth

Question

And now, the gum around the back is numb and swollen.

I had this happen before, but will it be all right?

Answer 1

Teeth are embedded in the bone of the jaw.  However, the bone that surrounds teeth is a spongy bone.  If you were to exert pressure on any tooth for an extended period of time (like when one get braces) the tooth will move into and stay in a new position as the spongy bone reacts to pressure by breaking down and rebuilding in response to pressure changes.

If you stop wiggling the tooth and let it "rest" a few days it should be ok.  Call the dentist if complications develop.

Good Luck