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I believe i have an abscessed tooth. pain level hovers around 7. do i dare wait until monday or should i seek emergency care immediately? thanks!
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Immediate is better: If your dentist can see you today that would be ideal. If not they may be able to prescribe an antibiotic and/or pain killer to get you through till Monday. In the mean time keep this tooth clean with gentle brushing and warm salt water rinses. Avoiding sweet and sticky foods should help as well. Good luck.
Answered 10/6/2015
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Abscessed tooth: Call your dentist. Dentists do have emergency coverage for things like this so this is your first option. Most hospitals do not have dentists in the ER so this is not the best thing to do.
Answered 10/6/2015
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