I’ve been dealing with a toothache for a week or so and this morning I woke up and one side of my face has blown up like a chipmunk with his cheek full of nuts. I’m in so much pain! I lost my job a few months ago and have no insurance and a limited […]
Is a root canal safe during pregnancy?
I am currently 33 weeks pregnant and have a terrible toothache. I had to go to an emergency dentist, as I couldn’t take the pain much more. I was told that I need a root canal. I left there without getting the treatment, even though the dentist said it would be okay to do while […]
How can I get emergency treatment for my disabled dad?
I am a full-time caretaker for my father. He’s bedridden for the most part and I’m very concerned because I think he has a tooth abscess. I know he needs treatment very soon, but I don’t know what to do because I can’t transfer him to a wheel chair myself, let alone get him in […]
Will an emergency dentist re-attach my porcelain veneer?
I have a job interview in two days, and one of my veneers just popped off. It doesn’t hurt, but it looks horrible, and I’m terrified it will cost me the job. I think this qualifies as a dental emergency, but my dentist’s office doesn’t seem to agree. They said they can’t get me in […]
Will my dentist be able to fix my super glued crown?
I was out of town over the weekend and my crown unexpectedly broke in half. The only thing I could think of – and that was easy to find to fix it – was super glue. I know that sounds completely crazy, but I super glued the crown back together. Now I’m worried that I’ve […]
Is a gum injury an emergency?
I’ve had a tender, sore spot on my upper gum for a few days. I’m not sure where it came from — maybe I bit down on a sharp edge of a chip? I’m concerned because it seemed to be oozing yesterday, so I rinsed with mouth disinfectant. I can’t really tell for sure if […]
The Healing Cap Came off My Dental Implant- What Do I Do?
I’m about six months into the healing phase of the dental implant process and the top metal bit came off. I can only imagine where it went. I’m terrified that I’ve swallowed it. Worse yet, I’ve got a gaping hole in my mouth and I’m afraid something bad is going to happen. Will I get […]
Do I Need to Wait to See the Implant Specialist or Can I See an Emergency Dentist?
I am freaking out. I’ve had an implant for a little over a year and my jaw started aching last week. I knew it wasn’t normal, so I went right in to my regular doctor and had him look at it. He said that he didn’t see anything wrong with it and sent me home. […]
Can’t afford an emergency dentist – how can I remedy my sinus/tooth issue at home?
I’ve been fighting a head cold or a toothache for a while now and I’m still not sure which it is. I don’t have insurance, so an emergency dentist or going to the doctor is really not an option. I’ve been on Sudafed and ibuprofen for a couple weeks now and they were providing me […]
Should I see an emergency dentist or can I treat full-mouth pain at home?
I woke up this morning and my whole mouth aches. The pain literally radiates from one side of my jaw to the other and every single tooth is pulsating. I don’t understand what could be causing it. I haven’t hurt myself and I haven’t felt any toothaches or anything. I’m not sure what to do, […]