{"id":74,"date":"2023-06-03T17:45:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-03T17:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=74"},"modified":"2023-07-21T17:48:13","modified_gmt":"2023-07-21T17:48:13","slug":"what-can-i-expect-after-root-canal-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/what-can-i-expect-after-root-canal-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can I Expect After Root Canal Therapy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a patient visiting her dentist for root canal therapy\" class=\"wp-image-75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If your dentist has recently informed you that you\u2019re going to need to undergo root canal therapy to address a problematic tooth inside your mouth, you might have a lot on your mind. But root canal therapy is a very common procedure and absolutely nothing to fret over\u2014roughly 15 million root canals are performed every year in the US, and for most patients, it\u2019s a brief and uncomplicated recovery stint! Here\u2019s more from your trusted dentist about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/root-canal-therapy.html\">root canal therapy<\/a> and a few things you can expect following the treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens During a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To put it simply, the purpose of a root canal is to salvage a severely damaged or decayed tooth and restore it so that it\u2019s capable of healthily remaining inside of the mouth. Basically, your dentist will remove the problematic tissue from the affected tooth before thoroughly sanitizing it and sealing it back up with a dental crown. Though this whole process might sound a little intense, it\u2019s greatly preferable to tooth extraction\u2014and despite what you\u2019ve maybe heard, it\u2019s generally a relatively quick and stress-free process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect Following Root Canal Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re scheduled for a root canal, don\u2019t panic! Here are the two key things you can expect following treatment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Initial Soreness &amp; Sensitivity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the first thing your dentist will do going into root canal therapy is numb the affected area of your mouth, you don\u2019t have to worry about feeling any outright pain during the procedure. However, it\u2019s common for patients to experience some minor soreness and\/or sensitivity following a root canal as their mouth heals, but it shouldn\u2019t be debilitating pain by any means. In any case, taking your prescribed and over-the-counter pain relievers as needed can effectively manage this soreness, and it\u2019s wise to stick to a strictly soft-food-only diet. In most cases, this pain will resolve itself within a few days\u2014and usually on the day of treatment, the discomfort is tolerable enough to resume your usual routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Permanent Restoration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most appealing aspect of root canal therapy is arguably the fact that patients get to retain their natural tooth, rather than needing to have it extracted and replaced. This is thanks to the permanent restoration that\u2019s placed on the treated tooth following the treatment. A dental crown is often the go-to solution for this, as it restores the tooth\u2019s natural appearance and functionality. Moving forward, it\u2019s crucial to take proper care of this crown in addition to the rest of your pearly whites by practicing excellent at-home oral hygiene\u2014it can degrade if you neglect to take care of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing symptoms such as fever, malaise, increasing pain or swelling, a bad taste in your mouth, an uneven bite, or anything else concerning, you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to contact your dentist at once. Even after the root canal has healed, these symptoms can still begin to show, so don\u2019t leave anything up to chance and ensure that no complications have arisen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the talented leadership of Dr. Lucia Troisi, the team at Troisi Dentistry has proudly served patients and families in the Chesapeake, VA area for several years. Dr. Troisi received her DDS from NOVA Southeastern University and has spent countless years continuing and advancing her training so that she\u2019s able to provide the highest level of dental care possible! If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to arrange an appointment for you or a loved one, don\u2019t hesitate to contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.troisidentistry.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for additional information or assistance. <strong>Telephone: (757) 548-1611.<\/strong> &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your dentist has recently informed you that you\u2019re going to need to undergo root canal therapy to address a problematic tooth inside your mouth, you might have a lot on your mind. 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