Postoperatory Instructions: Root Canal Treatment

Sensitivity should subside after a few days.
Take your prescribed medication as directed.
Because a temporary filling is on the tooth, do not bite hard for one hour after your appointment. Once the permanent restoration is in place, chew carefully on the opposite side of your mouth. Returning to our office for the permanent restoration is critical to the longevity and vitality of the tooth.
Do not bite your lips, cheeks, or scrape your gums. Children should be watched carefully to make sure they don’t do this. It will damage soft tissues and result in pain.
Sensitivity to cold and heat, as well as any soreness, should go away in a few days.
Brush and floss gently.