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Mandatory shelter-in-place til 4/16 in response to covid. only absolutely essential trips allowed. would it be safe to go to dentist next week or can i wait until 4/16? wisdom tooth chipped, but no pain or swelling & dont want to risk covid exposure.
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Wait it out: Many states have ordered dental office to close to all procedures except emergencies, and your issue is not an emergency. Emergencies include swelling, infection, unbearable pain. Do your part, flatten the curve.
Answered 3/31/2020
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Chipped tooth: Call a specialistOral Surgeon. Explain your situation. He/she will be able to advise you. If you are asymptomatic you can probably wait. If you are having pain, bleeding, or swelling treatment now is advisable. Oral Surgeons are wisdom tooth experts.
Answered 4/2/2020
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