A member asked:

My fianc is having major tooth pain. he's taken 1 and a half ibuprofen 800, and 2 tylenol (acetaminophen). it hasn't even touched his pain. what else can we do for relief until we can see the dentist in the morning?

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Very little else: Unfortunately without knowing the exact cause of the pain it is difficult to say. Most toothaches are caused by an infected pulp/nerve of the tooth. Decay is the most common culprit and if there is a large cavity, using a topical anesthetic such as orajel may help decrease it somewhat.

Answered 12/4/2020

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Other meds: Either antibiotics or stronger pain meds. ER?

Answered 10/19/2016

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