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I had a tooth extraction a week ago. no post op . until 4 days. have a dry socket no emergency dds should i go to the er?
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See your dds: The best person to follow up your case is the dentist who removed your tooth. He should see you for follow-up usually without charge. Often the ER docs have very little dental training. You may need to be given a local anesthesia and have the tooth socket packed with dry socket paste.
Answered 10/17/2015
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Dentist: Dr. Van stealer is absolutely correct. The best person to address your emergency is the Dentist or Oral Surgeon who did your surgery, the person who knows you best. Unless your ER has a Dentist on call, you would be better off seeking care (in the absence of your Dentist) from an Oral Surgeon.
Answered 10/17/2015
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Your DDS: All dentists are required to have emergency coverage after treatment. See ANY oral surgeon for you problem. ER not much help plus very expensive.
Answered 10/17/2015
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Urgent Care: Dry socket treatment is available now at some Urgent Care facilities.
Answered 10/17/2015
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