In search of a Philadelphia emergency dentist
April 29, 2007 12:34 AM Subscribe
In search of recommendations for a good emergency Dentist in Philadelphia.
My 63 year old mom has a toothache that she says is progressively moving up the side of her head.
She says that several fillings came out this week while eating chili and she can feel the holes. She also says that it's not infected, but I'm not sure whether or not to believe her. She's been taking advil to quell the pain but it is no longer working.
She's in Philadelphia. I'm weary of just picking up the phone book and randomly picking a dentist so I call on you, Philly MeFites. Can anyone recommend a good emergency Dentist in Philadelphia? What have your experiences been with them?Insurance/Price is not really a concern at this time. Bonus if the Dentist is in Center City/South Philadelphia/or West Philadelphia.
Thanks!
My 63 year old mom has a toothache that she says is progressively moving up the side of her head.
She says that several fillings came out this week while eating chili and she can feel the holes. She also says that it's not infected, but I'm not sure whether or not to believe her. She's been taking advil to quell the pain but it is no longer working.
She's in Philadelphia. I'm weary of just picking up the phone book and randomly picking a dentist so I call on you, Philly MeFites. Can anyone recommend a good emergency Dentist in Philadelphia? What have your experiences been with them?Insurance/Price is not really a concern at this time. Bonus if the Dentist is in Center City/South Philadelphia/or West Philadelphia.
Thanks!
My recommendation isn't in Philadelphia either, but is in close proximity suburbs. These guys are fantastic. The staff is great, the dentists are very accomodating, great bedside manner, good listeners, gentle. They specialize in root canals and oral surgery. I've recommended lots of people to them, and have had work done by Dr Schelkun 3 or 4 times, and each of my kids has had work done by him once or twice. They have 4 locations. I'd give them a try. You should accompany her to the office; if they put her under (which they usually do if the patient is very uncomfortable) someone will have to be there to drive her home afterwards.
posted by iconomy at 9:36 AM on April 29, 2007
posted by iconomy at 9:36 AM on April 29, 2007
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posted by sarelicar at 1:37 AM on April 29, 2007