FAQ Category: Tooth Pain/Dental Emergencies

It is normal to experience some level of pain/ discomfort following most dental procedures. If you have been prescribed medications please take them as directed. If you have not been prescribed medications, you may take Tylenol and/ or Motrin. If you are experiencing extreme pain/ discomfort, swelling that you are not comfortable with or have...

If you have been seen in our office before and you are experiencing a dental emergency after hours, please send a TEXT message to (910) 302-5718 to reach the dentist on call. This number only receives text messages and not phone calls. Please do not try to call this number.

Please visit our dental emergency page for more information. If you have additional questions or need to be seen, please call our office.

If you are experiencing a toothache, we recommend contacting our dental office ASAP. If you are not able to reach a dentist, taking a combination of over-the-counter Tylenol and Motrin for tooth pain is recommended. If this is not effective, we recommend making an appointment with your dentist for an evaluation. Some patients find Orajel...