Root Canal Therapy

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You will most likely feel soreness in the area as well as pressure when you bite down. This should decrease within one to two weeks. Take over the counter pain medications like Advil (Ibuprofen) or Aleve (Naproxen) to help with the soreness. You should avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the procedure was performed so you do not irritate the area and also to ensure that the temporary restorative material properly sets. You may also need to take an antibiotic to treat any remaining infection in your tooth. This will be determined by your dentist. If you notice an increasing amount of pain or tenderness, a reaction to the medication, or the loss of the temporary restoration (filling) call your dentist immediately.
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