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2 year got root canal
My son got root canal done and he is just 2 years old only 1 sitting is done till now... And now there is swelling on his left side of the face and upper lips .. is RCT safe for such a small child
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Rct is although safe....but u should consult specialist like pedodontist or endodontist for better outcome
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RCT is a safe procedure don't worry, and the reasons could be several, but it will heal soon.
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Dr. Balaji K
Dentist
23 yrs exp
Chennai
RCT is one of the pioneer ways to conserve your tooth .
of course! its safe,
its a skilled procedure. to b done by a skilled dentist
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Dr. Babita Sangwan
Dental Surgeon
22 yrs exp
Gurgaon
yes root canal is totally safe .you are done with one sitting only ,the swelling will subside by own by the end of treatment.now contact with your doctor and take medicines.
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Dr. Sudha Prabha
Dentist
12 yrs exp
Noida
RCT in children is called Pulpectomy. It is a safe procedure and is best done by a qualified Paediatric Dentist.
There can be various reasons for the swelling such as pressure buildup in the canal of the tooth, or due to reaction of the local anaesthetic used for the procedure, or due to prior infection which will take time to heal with the help of antibiotics or incomplete removal of pulp tissue from the tooth canal or residue left from irrigation of canals.
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Refer to a Paediatric Dentist and check the reason.
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Trusting your doctor is important and following proper instructions goes a long way.
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