Care of Mouth After Root Canal Treatment
- For 2-3 hours after the procedure, avoid chewing on that side of your mouth, as you will still be numb, and may chew on your cheek.
- You may want to place an ice pack over the area, to help minimize the swelling. Apply the pack every hour for approximately 10-15 minutes at a time, until the swelling has decreased.
- For the first 24 hours, DO NOT smoke and minimize the number of times you smoke during the remaining days of the healing process, as it may cause delays.
- Frequent rinsing with warm salt water for 1-2 days after the procedure will aid the healing process.
- Eat a soft diet for 2-3 days after the prcedure, and remember not to chew on the treated side. Avoid extremely hot or cold foods/beverages. Whenever possible chew on the opposite side of the tooth we just restored, until the permanemt crown has been placed. Until that time, your tooth is still temporary and may fracture.
- Before going to sleep, if the area is still bothering you, we recommend taking an over-the-counter pain reliever. (i.e. Tylenol, Advil, Aleve, etc.)
- If any antibiotics have been prescribed, they are to be taken until finished.
EMERGENCIESPlease call the office for any emergencies. If it is after hours, call the same number, and the automated system will give you our emergency contact number.