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I had root canal 3 years before, now I am having infection and small amount of bleeding gums... It is harmful or what... Please suggest mouth wash...

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U can have chlorhexidine mouthwash..and proper flossing and proxa brushing.. consult your dentist nearby.. to avoid complexity.. ...  Read More

Hi, I had a root canal done on an upper right molar 10 years ago. The crown came off around 3 years back. Around a week ago, another dentist cleaned and filled the tooth, took impression for a new crown. From yesterday, I am having an ulcer exactly at the root tip of that tooth. I went back to the dentist this morning and she assured it's not a fis

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Yes it is possible But do not jump to a conclusion Wait for a couple of days for the ulcer to heal or else visit a dentist ...  Read More

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Hi, will a Cone Beam CT(CBCT) scan be able to detect root canal infection, if any.

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Yes Although a simple IOPA Dental X-ray will also help to an extent Can go ahead if your dentist advices so ...  Read More

Hi, What will be the cost of re root canal, doctor suggested there is some infection is there so need to go for re root canal again?

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Yes, if their is reinfection, pain in the rct treated tooth it needs re rct . Will suggest for an xray and the cost varies from 4000-6000. ...  Read More

Respected Sir or mam I done a root canal last month in 27 August in my upper teeth but while doing. A root canal I have an infection but the dentist who have done a root canal they done my root canal in an infection my root canal is been done in an infection after completing a root canal I consult another dentist they done my exray they told me my

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Hello, there is overextension of the material and even lateral condensation is not done properly , u need to go for re rct followed by apicectomy . ...  Read More

Hi, I had got a root canal done many years ago and 3 years back I started having tooth ache in the same. My dentist detected an infection and suggested some medicine for the infection and the problem subsided. However the pain is back now and I am not in India at present to consult the dentist personally. Could some dentist kindly suggest some medi

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Hi You can take ibuprofen for pain (SOS). Also for infection if u r not allergic to penicillin group antibiotics , u can take Cap. amoxicillin 500 mg x 3 times for atleast 3 days. Tab. Metronidazole ...  Read More

Hi .I have done root canal for one toothlong back.8 years back .now I have pain in that tooth .now after x-ray doctor says it has infections.what should be the way for treatment now

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Retreatment should be attempted in that tooth and then the response evaluated. You can consult a good endodontist ...  Read More

Root cannal of the tooth has been done alredy.. doctor suggested for re root canal as the their is infection.. and in case the infection does not end.. the tooth need to be extracted... Do i prefer re root canal or direct extraction??

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Re root canal is predictable now a days ,u can share ur x-rays with me . ...  Read More

I have undergone 4 root canals. I still have pain in my teeth. How can I avoid this problem and is there anyways to overcome it. I also have sensitivity problem. Please suggest me the remedies

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I'm sorry to hear you're in pain. You v have not mentioned which teeth you have pain in. Are v they b there the ones in which the root canals are done? Regarding sensitivity, I will recommend seeing y ...  Read More

How much would a general root canal cost with ceramic crowning? Due to swelling.. Doctor suggested the infection doss exist however the treatment would be root canal.

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It will cost u around 6k it will vary as per location. Treatment will b completed once complete healing is achieved. ...  Read More

Re root canal have done for pre molar and molar .. premolar done 10 years back and molar 5 years back. Re root canal done 3 months back. Is the still infection there or it started reducing? Im scared if infection is there and I get sepsis . Pls help me

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Hello ma'am I can only tell whether the infection has subsided or not by comparing with your previous xrays. Since it's re root canal and 3 months is over could you tell me whether you have any sympt ...  Read More

Please help me...my age is 23...I have impacted wisdom teeth which caused decay in back side of 2nd molar...now doctor suggesing extraction of wisdom teeth...and saying we will remove decay..then will tell if root canal needed or filling...more chances of rct...please help.me...as.i don't want to go for root canal

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Hi sir based on the details given , first you need to remove the wisdom tooth . Then your xray shows that the decay is more deep ( reaching near the pulp region ).So whenever a decay is reaching near ...  Read More

Can I take Niftas 100 during and before and after root canal treatment Have mild UTI but my root canal is in 2 days So can I take Niftas

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Hello, Yes, you can take Niftas 100 mg during Root canal treatment for urinary tract infection ( UTI )as there is no direct conflict between Nitrofurantoin and Root canal treatment. ...  Read More

In root canal, which cap is good- metallic and ceramic or only ceramic.pls suggest which is better.is it necessary to put cap

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The physical properties of both the material are almost the same, with few differences. Full Ceramic caps are more aesthetically appealing, majorly advised for the tooth in the smile region(front tee ...  Read More

Could anyone please help how much does it cost for a root canal? And does the capping incur extra charges in addition to root canal?

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Root Canal would cost you 2500 rupees at anupam dental clinic & implant centre , behind axis bank iim road , lucknow . Also, the charges for the cap are extra, and there are different types of cap ...  Read More

Hello dr... I had suffering with disc bulge in l4 l5 and s1,for past 6months...now I am facing pain in my neck region, and i cantable to rotate my neck. I cant able to bear the pain... Now my doubt is can i get ift...i have a broken teeth in which i had root canal before 3years... Can i get the ift if i have broken root canal teeth...?also i have a

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ALREADY ANSWERED. PHYSIOTHERAPY SESSION ADVISABLE. Tab eterocoxib Mr two times a day after food for ten days or as required. Sit in sunlight. Locally apply Volini spray two times ...  Read More

My 4.8yr old has been recently suggested by a paediatric dentist to do root canal and she is also complaining of pain of the teeth. Should we do it? Since it is a milk teeth we are thinking about it.

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRI ...  Read More

Rct infection symptoms ... After 2 day and and head feel pressure at that side and discontinue pain in head and neck feel discomfort

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Hello Please visit the dentist for the treatment ...  Read More

My 3-year-old daughter recently had a root canal performed due to a cavity problem and swelling. The procedure was done under IVF anesthesia. However, about a week ago, a gum boil appeared, and it has increased slightly in size. I'm concerned and would like to know what steps I should take." 3 teeth had root canal 2 lower and one upper teeth but in

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Hi, You need to go back to your dentist for a review. ...  Read More

My 4 year daughter ku root canal. I feel guilt. It's because of me. Ll it cause any health issue. I'm feeling bad

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Hi If needed it should be done. But u didn't mention clearly. If ur dentist approves and if child needed root canal according to them then it should be done. Don't worry and don't feel bad May be u ...  Read More

Hi dr 2 months back I got a root canal treatment done..the pain was there for 8 days or so..after that there was no pain.. Now after 2 months..I am again having the pain..I can't chew anything with that teeth. Pain increases mainly at night. Pls suggest what can be done

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Re RCT is needed. Consult a dentist or book an appointment. ...  Read More

Hi doc, 6 months back my son had a tooth abscess so we did a root canal . But now again in root canal teeth there is a tooth abscess and he has pain . What is the next procedure??

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A well done root cal rarely fails. In case of failure it is best to approach a specialist in root canal treatment (MDS in Conservative dentistry and Endodontics) First the Endodontist will rule out de ...  Read More

Need to do a root canal my jaw Please help on this.and cashless available in your hospital Please let me know

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yes sir, we do single sitting completely painless root canal treatment with latest advanced tech available. Cashless facility is not there, we can use provide you with the bill for the treatment. ...  Read More

I have regular cycle of 28-29 days. Last week I underwent root canal treatment with local anaesthesia and antibiotics and pain killers. Am experiencing spotting from 19th day of my cycle on and off. Is it normal? Is it because of the treatment? Because I have regular periods always.please suggest.

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Hi Doc I did my Root canal in May'24, Oct'24 the cap came off and repasted. Now Dec'24 it seems a corner portion broken. I have attached the pic. I have opted for tooth coloured metal cap. Doc said it will have a bit metal visibility and to ignore. But now followed by these issues. Please guide me. Back wisdom tooth.

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Hi, The ceramic has chipped off from the crown. Visit your dentist and get it checked. ...  Read More

Hi doc, my son had swollen gums . Consulted dentist and suggested for root canal. 1st seating done .next day observed swelling near cheeks of my son . Consulted doc again did open dressing . Any suggestions plz i m really scared y it is so ??

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Dont not worry as infection in root canal cn cause swelling in gums n face…. ...  Read More

My dog Tyson is 15 years old. He has got this type of skin infection under the neck area which he has never got before. I contacted the vet but meanwhile can anyone suggest to me what I can do as home remedy so that it doesn't spread. Thank you!

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Clean the area and apply some betadine powder. It will keep the infection under control. Once a veterinary doctor examines his lesions, then start with specific treatment. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, My root canal crown and filling have come out. I am feeling pain . So my dentist have given me a course of Augmentin 625 and Enzoflam for 3 days. I have completed 3 day course. Can I again take these tablets for 2 more days after a gap of 5-6 days if I feel tooth pain as I am traveling?

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It is not advisable to take medications without prescription.Medication can only give a temporary relief. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, My root canal filling and crown have come out. So I am feeling pain and sensitivity in the infected tooth. I am out of station for few days. So my dentist has given me a course of Augmetin tablet and Enzoflam tablet for 3 days. Will I be able to travel without pain and sensitivity after taking this course?

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Hello For the precaution you can only take enzoflam for 3 days.. and antibiotics is not necessary for initial basis. ...  Read More

My father underwent angioplasty 2 years ago. Now he is going through root canal as he had a severe toothache.But the dentist did not give any antibiotics.Tomorrow it is the last sitting of him.Should he ask his dentist for antibiotics? I am afraid as he had TVCAD. Without antibiotics can anything serious happen?

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No it varies on how much infection is there in the tooth.. But it’s always better to have antibiotics so that there’s no chance of infection… ...  Read More

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