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How long do your gums hurt after a root canal?
Generally, usually little to no pain. Lasts a day or two typically. Take anti-inflammatories (Advil, Aleve, Aspirin) if you can, as soon as you are done with your appointment. READ MORE
Generally, usually little to no pain. Lasts a day or two typically. Take anti-inflammatories (Advil, Aleve, Aspirin) if you can, as soon as you are done with your appointment. Also, sometimes the bite will have to be adjusted (biggest postoperative nuisance). Everyone is different and some may take more time to heal. Check with your endodontist for information specific to your case.
Is bone grafting necessary for tooth extraction?
No, unless you want an implant. If you might want an implant in the future, then do the graft at the extraction. Cosmetically, there are advantages with proper bone contours. Your READ MORE
No, unless you want an implant. If you might want an implant in the future, then do the graft at the extraction. Cosmetically, there are advantages with proper bone contours. Your dentist is the best one to advise you.
How long does it take for antibiotics to reduce swelling from a tooth infection?
Depending on the infection and its severity, antibiotics would start to work within 1 to 2 days and improvement should start by day 2 or 3. Of course, you need to be on the correct READ MORE
Depending on the infection and its severity, antibiotics would start to work within 1 to 2 days and improvement should start by day 2 or 3. Of course, you need to be on the correct antibiotic and taking the right dose. If the infection is from a root canal, then the root canal should be treated as soon as possible by your endodontist. If untreated, the infection returns when you are done with the antibiotics.
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Why is my old root canal hurting?
Original infection not healed, reinfection, fracture, periodontal, referred from some other source (TMJ, muscle) or another tooth. See your endodontist to verify the correct diagnosis. READ MORE
Original infection not healed, reinfection, fracture, periodontal, referred from some other source (TMJ, muscle) or another tooth. See your endodontist to verify the correct diagnosis.
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How long after a root canal should you get a permanent filling?
You should call your dentist within a week and make an appointment as soon as all sensitivity or pain is gone (1 to 2 weeks).
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Does a root canal give immediate relief?
Technically, the anesthetic gives immediate relief. The root canal treatment keeps it that way (usually).
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Is a white filling better than silver?
Some say yes, some say no. My silver fillings are over 50 years old and in good shape. I would not trade them for white fillings.
Can you put braces on root canals and crowns?
Yes, after the infection has healed in most cases. Confirm with your endodontist or orthodontist.
What does salt water do for an abscess tooth?
Warm salt water will bring it to a head. If open, it will help it drain and it usually feels better.
What helps jaw pain after a filling?
Usually anti-inflammatories (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen). Also, check the bite and warm salt water rinsing.
Why do my gums hurt days after a root canal?
Several possibilities for sore gums: 1) sore from the needle, especially if you needed more than one, 2) inflammation from being worked on spread out the root tip into the bone, READ MORE
Several possibilities for sore gums: 1) sore from the needle, especially if you needed more than one, 2) inflammation from being worked on spread out the root tip into the bone, 3) the bite can be too high (easy fix - have your dentist adjust the bite), 4) infection still present and over-reacting to the work done, 5) leftover nerve remaining in the root canal causing pain, 6) referred pain from an adjacent tooth or from the TMJ. Most frequent source is the bite being too high. See your dentist or endodontist for evaluation.
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How long are you under anesthesia for a root canal?
Under anesthesia? Usually you are not "put under." Just a "regular shot" of local anesthetic ("novocaine") is all you get, numbness lasting maybe 2 or 3 hours (or more depending READ MORE
Under anesthesia? Usually you are not "put under." Just a "regular shot" of local anesthetic ("novocaine") is all you get, numbness lasting maybe 2 or 3 hours (or more depending on the anesthetic used). Your dentist will determine what they are using and can answer you specifically.
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How long does it take to recover from root canal therapy?
Recovery depends on many factors. Everyone is different. Some are fine with no waiting to recover, others may have problems with pain or swelling lasting days. Your endodontist READ MORE
Recovery depends on many factors. Everyone is different. Some are fine with no waiting to recover, others may have problems with pain or swelling lasting days. Your endodontist can give you a better idea after his exam.
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How can I regrow bone around my teeth?
Depends on why you lost bone. See your dentist for a proper diagnosis for the bone loss, Sometimes you need a bone graft or other periodontal treatment, guided tissue generation. READ MORE
Depends on why you lost bone. See your dentist for a proper diagnosis for the bone loss, Sometimes you need a bone graft or other periodontal treatment, guided tissue generation. Sometimes you would need a root canal. The tooth can be cracked, so then you cannot do anything but extract. See your dentist.
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How is dental calculus removed?
It is best if it never starts, with good brushing and flossing. Once present, your dentist or hygienist has to remove it.
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What are the symptoms of a bad root canal?
There is often pain, though not necessarily. Pain biting, to heat, cold, pressure, touch. Spontaneous pain, throbbing, dull or sharp, constant or come and go. There may be no pain READ MORE
There is often pain, though not necessarily. Pain biting, to heat, cold, pressure, touch. Spontaneous pain, throbbing, dull or sharp, constant or come and go. There may be no pain in a tooth, but referred to the jaw, ear, head, sinus. Sometimes there is no pain whatsoever, but your dentist will see bone loss or infection on the X-ray. Sometimes swelling will be present, or just pus draining through the gums. See your dentist for definitive diagnosis.
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What is the most painful part of a root canal?
Pain ranges from none at all to sometimes severe. Depending on the individual circumstances, patients may have pain years, months, weeks, days before seeking treatment, putting READ MORE
Pain ranges from none at all to sometimes severe. Depending on the individual circumstances, patients may have pain years, months, weeks, days before seeking treatment, putting up with the pain, tolerating it, living.
Is a root canal considered oral surgery?
Sometimes it is considered oral surgery...depending on the procedures done. Root canal treatment can be done surgically and non-surgically. Generally, root canal refers to non-surgical. READ MORE
Sometimes it is considered oral surgery...depending on the procedures done. Root canal treatment can be done surgically and non-surgically. Generally, root canal refers to non-surgical. Root canal surgery, or Apicoectomy, would be surgery (endodontic or oral surgery).
How long do teeth hurt after a root canal?
Ranges from no pain at all to severe pain for several days. Most common is a little soreness that Advil can take care of. Note: if sensitive when you close your teeth together, READ MORE
Ranges from no pain at all to severe pain for several days. Most common is a little soreness that Advil can take care of. Note: if sensitive when you close your teeth together, if you feel like your tooth touches, go back to your dentist/endodontist to adjust the bite. A few seconds to shave it down relieves the pain (90% of the time). Biggest nuisance after treatment, not a problem...just adjust the bite.
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