Root Canal Aftercare

1. Temporary Pain and Discomfort: You may experience temporary pain and discomfort for about one to two days after the treatment. This will usually subside over time.
2. Severe Inflammation Cases: If the tooth had severe inflammation, you may experience swelling, heat sensation, and pain. If the discomfort remains severe even after taking over-the-counter pain medication, please contact our office.
3. Eating and Chewing Precautions: Please avoid chewing on the treated side and try to eat soft, non-irritating foods. The tooth is weakened and needs protection from breaking.
4. Temporary Filling Material: The temporary filling material may come out. A small amount falling out is not a major concern, but if it comes out completely, please visit our office.
5. Importance of Treatment Completion If you discontinue treatment just because the pain has subsided before the root canal treatment is completely finished, the prognosis will not be favorable. Please make sure to complete the entire course of treatment. We'll see you at your next appointment.

1. Temporary pain or discomfort

You may experience mild pain or discomfort for a day or two after treatment.
This is a normal part of the healing process and should gradually improve on its own.

2. Severe inflammation

The treated tooth may feel painful, swollen, or warm to the touch.
If discomfort persists even after taking over-the-counter pain medication,
please contact our office.

3. Chewing precautions

Please avoid chewing on the treated side.
Stick to soft, non-irritating foods.
The tooth may be weakened, so take care not to crack or break it.

4. Temporary filling care

The temporary filling may come loose or fall out.
If only a small portion is missing, it’s usually not a concern.
If the entire filling is lost, please visit our office for evaluation.

5. Take Your Medication

Please make sure to take all the medication we've given you.
If you experience severe side effects from the medication,
please contact the hospital.

5. Complete the treatment

Even if pain goes away, do not stop treatment early.
Incomplete treatment may lead to complications or failure.
Be sure to attend all scheduled visits.