After A Root Canal
During an endontic (root canal) procedure, the nerve and the blood supply to the tooth is removed. As a result of this, the tooth will become brittle, prone to fracturing, and in danger of needing extraction if it is not adequately and properly protected. Because of this, many cases require a full-coverage crown (also called a cap). Dr. Winchester will discuss your options with you and advise you so that you may make the best selection given your case's circumstances.
A single endodontic treatment (a root canal) may require up to three appointments (depending upon the individual case) before a complete restoration is in place. After any of these appointments you may experience:
- Sensitivity to hot and/or cold -- Be careful and gentle with the involved tooth until the final restoration is in place. Chew and keep beverages away from the affected tooth as much as possible until the final restoration is in place.
- Sensitivity to pressure -- Be careful and gentle with the involved tooth until the final restoration is in place. Chew and keep beverages away from the affected tooth as much as possible until the final restoration is in place.
- Swelling -- if you experience swelling, call our office as we may need to prescribe an antibiotic for you
- General discomfort -- analgesic medications may be needed
If you experience soreness of the gum around the treatment site, and if you are not experiencing sensitivity to heat, you may want to use a warm salt-water rinse to aid with healing of the gum tissue. Mix about 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm salt water and rinse 3 or 4 times a day until the soreness goes away--especially after meals.
Please, contact us if any unusual problems come up.
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