Acute Toothache

Good English skills are usually helpful when advising foreign-language customers. Particularly in the case of severe toothache, those affected first ask the pharmacy for advice and seek quick help against their complaints.

The most important message for those affected is: Bad toothache is always a reason to make an appointment with a dentist immediately.

Painkillers should only be used to bridge the time until the visit to the dentist. Pills cannot replace the professional treatment.

Information and questions for the consultation

• I can give you some tablets ­ for the pain.
• It is, however, necessary that you still see a dentist. He alone can remove the cause of the pain.
• Are you able to go to a dentist today or tomorrow?
• Would you like me to recommend ­­ a dentist to you?
• Would you like me to phone him and make an appointment for you?
• Would you like to take the painkillers immediately?

Additional information

• If you dissolve the tablet(s) in water, they work quicker.
• A »swollen cheek« can be cooled with cold compresses or ice packs.
• After the dental treatment, the pain may persist for a little while.
• Please do not take more than 2 painkillers at once.
• Do not take more than 4 tablets in one day (depending on the instructions).