Preparation For Treatment

Root canals are performed using local anesthesia. Typically, there are no restrictions after the procedure concerning driving or returning to work. Dr. Ashoo, Dr. Hunter and Dr. Blackman are available for consultation at all times should a problem arise after your treatment.

Please eat a full breakfast or lunch, as applicable, prior to your procedure.

Ibuprofen (also sold as Advil or Motrin) helps reduce inflammation when taken pre-operatively. We recommend 2 regular-strength.

Continue all medications for blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid problems and all other conditions, as recommended by your physician.

If you have been advised by your physician or dentist to use antibiotic premedication because of mitral valve prolapse (MVP), hip, knee, cardiac or other prosthesis, please make sure you are on the appropriate antibiotic on the day of your appointment.

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After Root Canal Treatment

While you are anaesthetized (“frozen”), you will not have feeling in the area. Please avoid drinking anything hot, or chewing as you may bite or burn yourself without noticing.

You may experience some discomfort in or around the tooth that has been treated. This may last anywhere between 1-2 weeks. Mild swelling in the affected area may also occur. These are not unusual post-operative events.

Please continue with any prescription medications, unless instructed otherwise by Dr. Ashoo, Dr. Hunter or Dr. Blackman. Notify the office of any problems that may arise from medications being taken.

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After root canal therapy has been completed you likely have had a temporary restoration placed in your tooth. You must return to your regular dentist to have the temporary filling replaced. A crown may be recommended. Please avoid pressure or chewing on the tooth (teeth) that has been treated until you have seen your regular dentist for permanent restoration.

Signs and Symptoms

Indication for endodontic treatment include:
1.Prolonged sensitivity to heat and cold.
2. Swelling, pain, or tenderness of the tooth or adjacent gums.
3. Sometimes there are no symptoms and the first sign of a problem may be evident on a radiograph.