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Will I get antibiotics after a root canal?
Antibiotics are not usually required for root canal therapy, certainly not afterward (barring a few medical issues that patients may have). If the root canal is completed, that READ MORE
Antibiotics are not usually required for root canal therapy, certainly not afterward (barring a few medical issues that patients may have). If the root canal is completed, that should mean that the infection is eliminated, so no need for antibiotics. Before treatment, with fever, swelling etc., antibiotics may be given to help control it, Also, do not confuse pain with infection. You can have both pain without infection, or infection without pain. and of course, both pain and infection. Treatment should not be completed until all pain and infection is gone. Good Luck
Do teeth become weak after a root canal?
The tooth may dry out, weakening it or it may already be weakened by decay. This is why, after root canal therapy, they should be restored, preferably with a crown. Good Luck
Can a root canal cause swollen gums?
Yes. Usually minor lasting 1 or 2 days. If LARGE swelling or pain, speak to your dentist or endodontist!
Is root canal procedure safe?
Yes. Millions are performed every year. If it is complicated or if you have doubts, see an endodontist (root canal specialist.) Good Luck
When can I drink alcohol after a root canal?
Usually, any time, but check with your dentist, especially if you are given pain meds, etc. Good Luck
How long does pain last after a root canal?
It varies, but usually one day, take advil right away if you can. Not really bad, but like I say, it can vary. Good Luck
How painful is a root canal procedure?
Once you are anesthetized and nice and numb, there should be no pain, just pressure like getting your hair cut. Of course there can be exceptions, like if you ignore the tooth READ MORE
Once you are anesthetized and nice and numb, there should be no pain, just pressure like getting your hair cut. Of course there can be exceptions, like if you ignore the tooth until it becomes so painful or sensitive or swollen, where you weren't sleeping at night due to pain, then it can be more difficult to numb up. A HOT TOOTH. Your endodontist (root canal specialist) can usually handle this. Good Luck.
Is it painful to have a root canal?
No pain once you are numbed up, like a filling usually. There are times when it can be painful, but that typically is if you wait allowing it to worsen. Good Luck.
How long should I wait to get a crown after a root canal?
You should ideally get the crown as soon as possible, but after *ALL PAIN *is gone, no sensitivity, twinges, soreness, awareness, etc. Good Luck
How should I sleep after a root canal?
It won't matter how you sleep, on your back, belly, side, alone or with the person of your choice (consensual) or with your pet. It's not that bad. Good Luck.
How do you avoid a root canal after a filling?
Assuming the nerves are healthy and not already damaged, and the dentist uses good technique and not damage the tooth doing the filling, then to avoid future root canals on that READ MORE
Assuming the nerves are healthy and not already damaged, and the dentist uses good technique and not damage the tooth doing the filling, then to avoid future root canals on that tooth, you must have PERFECT hygiene - brushing and flossing CORRECTLY and often. NO SUGAR, Candy, Sodas, etc. Visit your dentist every 6 months for a checkup, NO SMOKING, Fluoride treatments - even if insurance won't cover it. No uncontrolled diabetes, dry mouth etc. NO GRINDING YOUR TEETH, NO new decay on that tooth. These cover the basics. Luck Helps. Good Luck.
How long does jaw cyst surgery take?
Too vague a question. Therefore, an equally vague response: From 15 minutes to many hours. It depends on the type of cyst, the location of the cyst, the doctor or team removing READ MORE
Too vague a question. Therefore, an equally vague response: From 15 minutes to many hours. It depends on the type of cyst, the location of the cyst, the doctor or team removing the cyst, your health, etc. The best thing to do is to ask the oral surgeon doing it how long it takes. Good Luck.
Is it okay to get a crown without a root canal?
It is done all the time. Often a root canal will be needed afterward. You are getting the crown for a reason, deep decay, broken down etc. The tooth could have been damaged inwardly READ MORE
It is done all the time. Often a root canal will be needed afterward. You are getting the crown for a reason, deep decay, broken down etc. The tooth could have been damaged inwardly towards the pulp as well as externally necessitating the crown. I would suggest seeing an endodontist for an opinion about the likelihood of needing a root canal after the crown. If it seems likely, then doing the root canal first will save some headaches with the tooth acting up and damaging a brand-new crown to do the root canal. The root canal can always be done after the crown, but then the crown needs to be repaired or replaced, but if a fracture is found, you lose the tooth AND the new crown. Good luck.
Can I get a bridge without a root canal?
Yes, but you may wish to have an endodontist test/evaluate the teeth first. If the teeth are "clean", then a bridge is fine. With deep fillings, decayed old crowns, not many teeth, READ MORE
Yes, but you may wish to have an endodontist test/evaluate the teeth first. If the teeth are "clean", then a bridge is fine. With deep fillings, decayed old crowns, not many teeth, close to the nerves, (nerves test dead or weak or exposed or infection visible on x-ray or pus draining through gums from the tooth) you can evaluate and treat the root canal before the bridge is done. The root canal can be done after the bridge, but then you have a hole in a new bridge.
How long do teeth last after a root canal?
It all depends. Every case is different. If the root canal was done well and you properly restored it afterward and if you take immaculate care of it with proper brushing and READ MORE
It all depends. Every case is different. If the root canal was done well and you properly restored it afterward and if you take immaculate care of it with proper brushing and flossing, no accidents, no grinding teeth etc., it can potentially last a lifetime. Note: a lousy, poor root canal will
last a lifetime if you (god forbid) get killed in a car accident on your way home, but if you live to be 200 years old, it probably won't. Honestly, there is no way to know how long it will last. If you have a good endodontist and good restorative dentist, I would expect it to last.If they didn't last, no one would bother to do it. Good Luck
last a lifetime if you (god forbid) get killed in a car accident on your way home, but if you live to be 200 years old, it probably won't. Honestly, there is no way to know how long it will last. If you have a good endodontist and good restorative dentist, I would expect it to last.If they didn't last, no one would bother to do it. Good Luck
How long after the root canal can I eat?
Depends on the question. You can eat immediately, but be careful not to chew up lips, tongue, cheek, etc. Wait until cement sets...5 minutes to 1/2 hour. Don't let yourself get READ MORE
Depends on the question. You can eat immediately, but be careful not to chew up lips, tongue, cheek, etc. Wait until cement sets...5 minutes to 1/2 hour. Don't let yourself get burnt. On the other hand, you can ask your dentist how long, but if you are hungry and go to an All-You-Can-Eat Buffet, I have seen people eat for hours Seriously, ask your dentist to advise you. Good Luck
How many root canals can you have done at once?
That depends on many things. If the 2 root canals are in the same tooth (a 2 rooted tooth) then you would do both at the same time. If you separate teeth, then you can do one or READ MORE
That depends on many things. If the 2 root canals are in the same tooth (a 2 rooted tooth) then you would do both at the same time. If you separate teeth, then you can do one or both, depending on several things. Are they next to each other or separated (opposite jaws or sides of
the mouth, How difficult are they? Can you keep your mouth open long enough? Wide enough? Your endodontist (root canal specialist) is the best.
the mouth, How difficult are they? Can you keep your mouth open long enough? Wide enough? Your endodontist (root canal specialist) is the best.
Should I be concerned about root canal pain?
Slight discomfort improving daily is relatively normal. Usually OTC meds (ibuprofen, acetaminophen) helps. If the pain is constant, increasing.
How long after a root canal can I eat?
It depends on a number of factors. How long can you eat? Some people spend 5 minutes snacking. Others will take hours at an all you can eat buffet. You shouldn't rush your meals, READ MORE
It depends on a number of factors. How long can you eat? Some people spend 5 minutes snacking. Others will take hours at an all you can eat buffet. You shouldn't rush your meals, you'll get indigestion. Now, if you are asking how long you have to wait after the root canal to eat, then it is variable. I tell my patients to wait 5 minutes for the temporary to set. Then they may eat *BUT*, if they are still numb, they have to be careful not to bite their lip, tongue, cheek, and not to burn themselves.
