ROOT CANAL AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS

A liquid to soft food diet is recommended for today and tomorrow.

Over the counter pain medication as needed

600-800mg (3-4 tabs) Ibuprofen/Advil every 6-8 hours

 -OR-

600-800mg (3-4 tabs) Ibuprofen/Advil AND 500-1000mg (1-2 tabs) Acetaminophen every 6-8 hours.

DO NOT take Aspirin or other NSAIDS if taking ibuprofen/Advil

DO NOT EXCEED 3000mg acetaminophen from all medication sources in a 24-hour period

Take all medications with 8oz water

Return to see your dentist within 1-4 weeks. Avoid chewing on tooth until a permanent restoration has been placed.

Expect some post-operative biting tenderness and pressure sensitivity for days to weeks.

Especially if your tooth was very painful prior to treatment

If symptoms are not improving after 2 weeks, please contact our office

Temporary filling material will settle in the tooth. Over time it may feel like the temporary filling is not there.

If medications are prescribed, please take as directed.

Please call if you have any questions! (541) 595-8063