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The
treated tooth is commonly VERY tender to touch, biting, tapping or
chewing for a few days after treatment. DO NOT CHEW ON THAT SIDE.
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Discomfort
usually subsides in a couple of days, but may last as long as a few
weeks. Improvement will be gradual.
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The
treated tooth, the injection sites, as well as the soft tissues around
the tooth, will feel sore and tender.
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If your
tooth throbs, keep your head elevated, even when lying down. Refrain
from any strenuous activity.
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We
usually recommend a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as
ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, or aspirin for at least three to five days
following treatment. If you cannot take any anti-inflammatory
medication, then take extra-strength Tylenol. If any of the
recommended painkillers are not effective relieving the pain, you
should call the office.
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Take all
prescribed medication as directed.
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Rinsing
the mouth with warm salt water (one teaspoon salt to 8 oz. of warm
water), three to four times a day may also be helpful in relieving
discomfort.
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If you
initially feel better, but then get significantly worse two or three
days after treatment, you may be experiencing what is known as a
"flare-up." This is not a common occurrence, but if it
happens, please contact our office.
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There is
usually no necessary "waiting period" before the crown of
the tooth can be restored. Unless otherwise indicated, have the tooth restored
as soon as possible after the Root Canal has been completed. Do not wait more than two to four
weeks, as the tooth becomes brittle and is vulnerable to fracture.
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