Toothaches

I do not have dental insurance and I am suffering from a toothache. From past experiences, it feels like an exposed nerve. Is there anything over the counter that you can recommend I take to help reduce any infection as well as reduce the pain?

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Hi, Spencer! Sorry about the toothache.

No, there is nothing available over the counter that can help with the infection. That's going to require an antibiotic and those are only available by prescription, except for the ointments that can't be used in your mouth.

For pain, there are several options, such as Orajel and Anbesol, but they are just topical anesthetics that won't last for long, plus you need to check with a doctor or dentist to make sure they are safe for you to use.

I know it can be expensive, but you really need to see a dentist as soon as possible.

Do you have a large hospital nearby?

If so, call them and ask if they have a social work department, they usually have a list of resources to help people, such as low cost dental clinics, or ones that operate on a sliding fee scale.

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