Root canal treatment post operative care
What to expect after a root canal and how to maximize healing while minimizing discomfort.
Download instructions- Will it hurt after?
- Discomfort prior to root canal therapy is the best predictor of pain after a root canal therapy. It is common to experience discomfort for several days after completion. If severe pain continues and is not improving, you should return for evaluation.
- What can I take for pain?
- For mild discomfort, we recommend taking ibuprofen as directed on the box. For more severe pain, a combination of ibuprofen (Advil) with acetominephen (Tylenol) following the directions for use on the box. Taking these together provides better pain control than with narcotics.
- How long will I be numb?
- You can expect to be numb for 2-3 hours after completion of your procedure. Be careful not to bite or burn yourself during this time.
- Do I need antibiotics?
- Antibiotics are not indicated before or after root canal therapy except in the most severe cases. The root canal itself is treatment of any infection present.
- Have another question?
- Get in touch with us.