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Can you tell me how to deal with tooth pain until i can see my dentist?
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OTC pain meds: Antibiotics might also be needed, but for that you need a prescription.
Answered 7/25/2015
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Ibuprofen : Ibuprofen products are very good at dulling down dental pain. Hustle in to see the dentist!
Answered 7/25/2015
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2 Tylenol (acetaminophen) + 4 Ibupro: The most effective means for treating pain is to take 2 extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen) and 20 minutes later take 4 Ibuprofen (800 mg). Studies have shown that this combination of Acetaminophen and nsaids has the same effect on pain as prescription drugs with out the effect of feeling groggy or loopy. This can be done every 4-6 hrs. Remember to have something in your stomach!
Answered 7/25/2015
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Ice & Advil (ibuprofen): Use cold compresses. Take otc analgesic exactly as described on package dosing instructions. Once your emergency is treated, have a complete evaluation and fix all the little problems before this happens again.
Answered 7/25/2015
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Meds. Dentist: OTC pain meds. Take antibiotics if you have some or can have your MD phone in a prescription. Key is to see dentist ASAP. You can usually get a same day appointment for toothache.
Answered 7/25/2015
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