Thank you for your reply Karen but I don't know if the whiskey would even help at this point. The pain has gone up into my cheekbones, the infection is up in the root of the tooth. I have been taking the penicillin for the infection but not sure if it is really working. I will just have to live with it for just a few more days, will let you know how it goes after Friday. How have things been going for you? I was very glad to hear from you... sometimes I feel shy about posting when I'm not sure what to say or who to say it too. I am really glad that you and the others are out there for the love and support that you give to others as well as seeking it for yourselves. I am going to have to go for now and get ready to go to work but will talk to you later. Love, Shining Star