• During clinic hours, go to the Schiff or Blondell Dental Clinic as soon as possible. Hours and Locations
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• After Hours, follow the instructions below:
  


• Clean the area around the sore tooth thoroughly. Rinse the mouth vigorously with warm saltwater to dislodge trapped food or debris.


• DO NOT place aspirin or Anbesol on the gum or on the aching tooth. If face is swollen, apply a cold compress.


• Take 800 mg Ibuprofen for pain (If you are allergic to Ibuprofen, take Tylenol).


• Go to the Schiff or Blondell Dental Clinic the next morning. DO NOT eat or drink anything after midnight. Have someone come with you to the clinic to drive/escort you home. Hours and Locations
  


• If you have a fever, swelling that interferes with breathing and/or a bad taste in the mouth, immediate dental attention is necessary.
  


• Monday through Friday go to the Schiff or Blondell Dental Clinic. Hours and Locations


• Evenings and weekends go to the hospital emergency room immediately.


• Montefiore ED
• www.montefiore.org/guide/emergency
  


• Montefiore Children's Hospital ED
• www.montekids.org/services/emergency

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