Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Hi there thank you for taking the time to read my message my one tooth is plated, and it's infected. the is a gap which needs to be filled what can i do to relieve the pain and is there any dentist opened that can please see me thank you ?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Infection: Requires immediate treatment to prevent spread of infection to other organ systems. You will have to call Dentists in your area until you find one that can see you on an emergency basis. Your problem will not self-cure.
Answered 4/10/2020
85 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
My temporary bridge fell out and I have a half tooth that looks infected/decayed. Should i 'cement' it back until tomorrow? All dentists are closed. What should I do? Cement it back on or leave it open? I took an ibuprofin, but it hurts when i breathe...T
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
Hi i do have a gap on my front teeth can i use anything to close it or do i need to see dentist i am 40 years old?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I have a gap between my front teeth, i've been told it should close up, i've had it since i were little, will it close up? Should i see a dentist?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I see gaps between my lower teeth (fixed retainer) after the dentist cleans it up. Could this be a case of receding gums? if so, can it be healed?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
People also searched for:
Have an infected wisdom tooth. Won't be able to see dentist for a month and a half. Are there any steps I can take to prevent it from spreading?
I have a exposed nerve in a tooth and will be unable 2 see a dentist for at least 3 months how can I keep it from getting infected?
Supposing that I have an infected tooth, can I still wait 2 weeks until i go see my regular dentist?
Molar was hurting for a few days now theres a gap between my gums and tooth. i see my dentist every 6 weeks so im very confused on what it is. HELP?
I have a bump on my top lip that's not painful and one on the bottom that is to the touch I had a tooth broke in half could it be infected as I can't go to dentist due to lockdown and it's taking months?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
