My question is for a dentist, my daughter is experiencing extreme pain in her mouth. Her gums are sensitive to the touch and it hurts for her to open her mouth. I think this is an abscess, however I can not reach our regular dentist. Should we go to the emergency room, or can I give her ibuprohine until we can get to the dentist?
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your daughter have symptoms of severe mouth pain and sensitive gums which could be due to abscessed tooth and gingivitis. Infection keeps on accumulating around tooth, bone, gums, and it finds no path to escape due to which it puts pressure and cause pain. Need not worry. I would suggest you to visit your dentist immediately and get IOWA(X-ray) of that tooth done and start root canal treatment of your affected tooth. Go for scaling and cleaning of oral cavity qua Chat Doctor.  Take antibiotics course to subside this infection. Maintain basic hygiene of oral cavity by brushing and flossing. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,