01
Do not bite your lip or cheek
The anaesthetic lasts for 2–3 hours.
AFTER CARE
Root canal treatment
A root canal removes the nerve inside the tooth root and fills the space. Please keep your appointments until treatment is finished.
Reference imageAfter a root canal, the tooth is finished and protected with a crown or similar restoration.
During and after root canal treatment
What not to do2 points
Please be sure to avoid the following.
02
Do not chew on the tooth being treated
Avoid hard food as well.
Good to know3 points
Knowing these will help your recovery.
01
Keep your appointments until treatment is complete
Depending on the tooth, several visits may be needed. Stopping midway can cause the tooth to break.
02
It may be sore during treatment
If you develop swelling or severe pain, please call us.
03
Extraction may be needed if it does not heal
A hairline crack, for example, can be the cause.
Please call us right away if
If swelling appears or the pain becomes severe
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This is general after-care guidance. Instructions from your own dental team take priority depending on your condition.
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