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A member asked:

Dental appt is 3 wks away serious throbbing in tooth, think infection. safe to wait that long for antibiotics?dentist won't call them in sooner.

10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Need to see Dentist: Serious throbbing in a tooth qualifies as an emergency dental problem. I suggest that you call your dentist and ask to be seen sooner so that you can get some immediate pain relief.

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/16/2015

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Move up appointment: You may not be able to wait three weeks. have your appointment moved up.

Dr Terry agreed

Answered 11/16/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See Emergency DDS: Tooth infection can further spread to other parts of the body like jaw bones and heart. It can result in systemic infection. Therefore, dental treatment is a must. Call Emergency Dentist near you for emergency dental (24/7) treatment.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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