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I have a lot of broken teeth with wholes haven't been able to eat for days either side no insurance what would er do? it hurts so bad can't sleep at n

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dentist: Instead of the emergency room, what you need is a dentist. Sounds like with the extent of decay you have in your teeth, you will need to take antibiotics and have some repair work or extractions. Don't delay.

Answered 4/5/2020

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Forget the ER: The ER cannot treat your dental problems... they'll give you analgesics and antibiotics to help the symptoms, but that will not fix your rotten teeth. You will need to research low cost options for care, be seen at a dental school, a clinic, or a hospital with a dental residency program. All the best....

Answered 5/12/2014

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Dentist evaluation: Given your age it is abnormal to have lot of broken teeth unless you have an oral cavity disease - periodontal disease, gingival issues, dental caries. In this case, the ER may only be able to give you some pain medications. It will be more beneficial to see a dentist immediately to establish cause of the breakage. Feel better.

Answered 9/26/2016

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