About tooth abscess ...?
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For infections sake-NO!! If you attempt to pop it like you would a zit 1) you'll have yucky goo or abscess liquid come out and 2) you'll expose the area and open yourself up to making it more infected than it already is, plus doing so would make you more vulnerable to "catch" another infection of some sort be it from someone else (kissing, sharing drinks, cups).
The mouth is a extra sensitive place, which is why tooth pain or other oral problems can feel much worse than being sick or even a headache.
The best thing to do is, go out and buy some of that orajel, or a numbing tooth product at your local pharmacy, and if your not sure how to find it you can ask your pharmacist. Pain killers like Tylenol or Ibuprofen is good, I've also found that using ice cubes or sucking on Popsicles also helps because the coldness literally takes away the pain for a good several seconds. I know it doesn't sound worth it but trust me, if you've been dealing with tooth pain for long periods of time, a tiny relief makes a big difference. If you notice a change in the amount of pain you feel or if you notice your gums starting to change color, it could possibly be anywhere from bright red to white to blue (yes blue, depending on how severe your condition is), or if the pain moves to other areas such as your ears you should seek professional help or go to the ER asap to get it checked out. The ER Dr. will and has to check it out, and my friend with a similar problem has acquired good pain meds that way. I hope this has helped you, good luck and take care!
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Find a really clean sharp pointed instrument and pop it.You gonna feel much better.Besides that,dentists are suppose to take the emergencies.They have no right not to.Call them back,tell them your situation,tell them you are an emergency case and you need an appointment today or tomorrow.They can not say no by law.t is kind of dangerous,if the infection gets to your blood, you are doomed.Be firm with them.Let the dentist see you and at least give you a prescription.
I have that same problem, and I'm a lots of pain ... are you in pain ?As far as I know this could kill us. Since the infection can spread tru our bloodstream , How will you pop it.?? Maybe I can do that now.. They gave me antibiotics and it just got worst.
I would call another dentist. An abscess is a pretty serious problem. In the meantime, popping it yourself is probably not a good idea. I would take some kind of pain killer (like Tylenol or Advil) and get yourself a topical anesthetic like Oragel. But definitely call another dentist. That's way too long. I can't believe they don't consider it an emergency!! Geez!!
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