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Can a tooth hurt after a root canal?

I had a root canal last week and my tooth still hurts. Why does my tooth still hurt after a root canal was done? What should I do?
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Will cavities require root canals?

I know that I have a cavity in one of my top teeth. Do cavities require root canals, or no? Does it depend on the severity of the cavity?
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Do tooth abscesses result in tooth pain?

I'm 25 years old and I noticed that whenever I drink something cold, like iced tea or a soda, my teeth hurt. Could this be an abscess?
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Can I have more than one root canal in a day?

I believe I need to have three root canals soon. Is it possible to get them all taken care of in one day?
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Are root canal retreatments successful?

I had a root canal treated a year ago, and it already needs to be retreated. I'm a little nervous for it, because I thought root canals were done only once. How successful are...
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Could my tooth pain be causing my headaches?

I got a pretty bad cavity that I'm having filled next week, but I'm getting painful headaches as well. Could my tooth pain be causing my headaches?
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How should I prepare for my root canal?

I am 19 years old, and I'm going to have a root canal tomorrow. How should I prepare for my root canal? Should I eat or avoid certain foods?
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Will cavities require root canals if left untreated?

I have a few cavities that aren't treated (I can feel them). If I don't get these filled right away, is it possible that I would need a root canal for them? Is there any way...
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Can having a root canal cause any long-term complications?

I need to have a root canal on my bottom right canine tooth. Can having a root canal cause any negative, long-term complications?
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Why do I need a root canal?

My dentist says I need a root canal for two teeth in the back of my mouth. Why can't I get fillings instead? These teeth aren't really causing me any pain.
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Does a root canal hurt?

My next appointment will be a root canal, and I'm scared. I never had one before. Will this hurt, or be uncomfortable?
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Does a dental filling require anesthesia?

I feel like I'm going to need at least 3 fillings done soon (I looked inside my mouth after experiencing pain and saw teeth that look like cavities). If I need all of these filled...
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Root canal on a baby tooth?

At my son's last dental appointment, his dentist recommended a root canal for one of my son's baby tooth. I understand that root canals are meant to save the natural tooth, but...
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Do I have a cavity?

I am experiencing a toothache and sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods. Do you think that this could be a cavity?
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Penicillin for root canal?

I just had a root canal for an infection in one of my back teeth, but now after my appointment, I was prescribed Penicillin. Is it normal to be prescribed Penicillin after a root...
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Does tooth pain mean I have a cavity?

My tooth hurts when I drink cold water and eat cold food. Because my tooth is so sensitive, do you think I should go see a dentist? It doesn't seem like I have a cavity in that...
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I brush my teeth 2x a day, why do I still have bad breath?

I have no broken teeth, and I believe I have no cavities, but even if I brush my teeth twice a day I still have bad breath? What could this be?
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Can having a root canal cause any long-term complications?

I need to have a root canal on one of my back molars, and I'm a little worried. I never had one of these done before. Could there be any complications from getting a root canal?...
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Will I experience any pain after the root canal?

I'm due for a root canal very soon. Is it possible to have any pain or tenderness in that area after the procedure's done?
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What's a root canal for the front teeth like?

I've had root canals for my back teeth, but never for my front teeth, which is what I need right now. Is the procedure different from getting a root canal with my back teeth?...
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