When to Seek Help after a Root Canal Treatment?

 

 

 

When to Seek Help after a Root

Canal Treatment?

 

 

 

 

Root canal pain should decrease over time.

If you still experience pain or swelling,

you should see the dentist.

Most people need two to three sessions for

a root canal to be successful.

In severe cases, you may need more

cleaning sessions.

Recurring pain could be an indicator of this.

 

 

 

 

 

Your symptoms should ease up

if you’re taking any over-the-counter

pain medications.

Beyond taking medications temporarily,

there are other things you can do to manage

pain from a root canal. Taking care of

your teeth is a must, and you should avoid

hard and crunchy foods until your pain

improves. Quitting smoking can also help.

 

 

 

 

Once your tooth is completely treated,

your dentist may put a crown on top of it.

These can be made of metal, porcelain,

zirconia or gold. The idea here is to prevent

future damage to an already delicate tooth.

Sometimes pain is a temporary side effect

as you get used to a newly placed crown.

 

 

 

 

Tips for oral health

 

Good oral health practices can help alleviate

pain from a recent root canal.

These can also help your new crown last

for many years while protecting all your

other teeth. Consider the following tips:

 

 

 

 

-Don’t eat overly hard foods,

especially right after a root canal treatment.

 

-Brush your teeth at least twice a day.

Be sure to move the toothbrush in gentle

circling motions to clean your teeth

without aggravating them.

 

-Floss once a day to help prevent

future infections.

 

-Reduce the amount of sugary foods and

drinks.

 

-Schedule regular cleanings to help keep

your teeth healthy and free of infection.

 

 

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