Do ERs treat dental issues????!
Question: I've been having SEVERE pain in my mouth since Friday. I know it's my wisdom teeth b/c that's where the pain originates and my gums are very swollen in that area. With no dental insurance, it's virtually impossible to get to a dentist. I'm worried that they are impacted/infected. Will an ER be able to help? At least I could be billed for that service!
Answers: I've been having SEVERE pain in my mouth since Friday. I know it's my wisdom teeth b/c that's where the pain originates and my gums are very swollen in that area. With no dental insurance, it's virtually impossible to get to a dentist. I'm worried that they are impacted/infected. Will an ER be able to help? At least I could be billed for that service!
Call your dentist or a nearby dentist. They do take emergency calls and many leave a number where they can be reached for a dental emergency.
In the meantime, take Tylenol. That's what my dentist always prescribes for pain.
an ER can treat symptoms, but expect a long wait
I am sorry you are hurting like this. Try ibuprofen 800 mg 3x's a day or 600mg 4x's a day. but the best thing to relieve the pain is an antibiotic to get rid of the swelling and any infection. the ER can give you something but the problem will come back again later. good luck