When should I be concerned about root canal pain?
There’s nothing to fear about a root canal treatment, but your best chance of dealing with unusual pain is communicating with your dentist. Contact your general dentist or endodontist immediately if you are feeling severe pain several days after your root canal.
Is it bad if your root canal hurts?
If you have recently had your root canal at Smillie Dental, a little bit of pain and discomfort is normal as you heal. Usually, this will be quite minor. Your tooth may feel sore and tender, and you should be able to mitigate the pain with over-the-counter medication like acetaminophen or naproxen.
How do I get rid of root canal pain?
If Pain After Root Canal Treatment Occurs: What You Can Do
- Call your endodontist if you continue to experience pain after your procedure.
- Apply an ice pack to soothe and calm the pain.
- Take an over-the-counter pain medication such as Ibuprofen to help relieve pain and reduce swelling.
- Try a saltwater gargle.
What happens if root canal doesn’t work?
An untreated failed root canal is a severe infection. It can form a painful and dangerous abscess, and in some cases, even lead to a septic infection. When it comes to infected pulp tissue, if you choose not to have endodontic retreatment or surgery, your only option is to extract the infected tooth.
How do you get rid of pain after a root canal?
What does pain from a root canal feel like?
In short, when you need a root canal, it may feel like throbbing pain due to infection inside of the root of your tooth. A visible fistula, swelling, or temperature sensitivity might be present. Bacteria can also lead to foul-tasting drainage along the gum tissue near your root.
What kind of pain is normal after a root canal?
In fact, a root canal is meant to help you avoid pain related to a decaying or fractured tooth. It’s normal to experience mild to moderate pain for a few days after a root canal. Any pain beyond this point may warrant additional cleaning of the canals or other procedures from your dentist.
