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Tooth ache in tooth which was root canaled a year ago .sharp pain under the tooth which goes away after taking ibrufen and paracetamol. Took augmentin at the time of root canal.

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go to a dentist n do a x ray n ask him/her that that rct is proper or nt if he says its perfect dn see if ther is any black mark at the apical area of root or not ...  Read More

I have had a root canal procedure performed on one of my tooth day before yesterday. I am experiencing extreme pain after that and no matter how many pain killers i take pain never seems to go away.What may be the reason for this and what should i do?

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Hello, Is the procedure completed or have they recalled you for another sitting ? See your Root canal specialist if the pain is not subsiding. Regards Dr Sumanmakam ...  Read More

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My upper jaw was root canaled 2 years ago and a cap was fitted.. Now since a week I observed little blood frm the tooth and pain started since two days.. This pain is gradually increasing day by day.. Can say what must be the reason

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You need to consult your dentist .....can't comment anything without examining the tooth ...  Read More

Having teeth ache for the last 2 days on the cap where root canal was done some 8months back. The pain is not coming down at all. WHat to do?

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Firstly xray to be done for that tooth Possible of inproper rct done or may be infection present to the adjecent tooth. Mean while Tab ketrarol dt For instant relif. If u r not allergic to this medici ...  Read More

I had my root canal of upper (+6) teeth, but I have very much pain in that, doctor said me to visit after 3 days, but I have very much pain in that, what should I do? Please tell me

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Hi, having pain in a root canal treated tooth immediately after the procedure is a common behaviour, which ideally should subside in 3-4 days. Your doctor may prescribe some pain killers for the time ...  Read More

The fake tooth which was fixed after a root canal 5 years ago is paining very badly and the gum beneath it is swollen. Please help. Thanks in advance.

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Probably u need a re RCT ...  Read More

I went through Root Canal treatment 7 years ago but i forgot to cap my affected teeth. after few years my affected teeth started to break and fall in pieces. i never felt any pain untill yesterday when my part of tooth outside gums fall totally but i still have some part under my gums. I am experiencing severe pain at side of forehead and around m

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You have not forgotten you have ignored totally to save the RCT done tooth. All the RCT done tooth will eventually crumble and break into pieces if it is not capped within the shortest time frame. See ...  Read More

No cap put after root canal doctor claims that the tooth as broken and needs to be removed. I am getting severe pain... doctor gave amoxilian tab, metrogyl tab and tolpa-d. I took tolpa d five hours ago but still have the pain.. can I take another please help

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Get an xray done n go for extraction if the tooth is broken if it still in a position to be saved doctor will suggest treatment pan ...  Read More

Hey, so i had root canal over a year ago and my tooth still hurts occasionally. Is that normal? I thought root canals meant no more feeling for that tooth?

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Yes it's not normal ... Might be due to some residual infection ... Or if you have a crown over the tooth .., then due to might food lodgement .. Get it checked ... ...  Read More

My root canal tooth is infected and paining . Often the pain is repeating . There is no cap fixed for the tooth.

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Not placing a crown could have led to micromanage and reinfection. You need to get retreatment done ...  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

I had undergone root canal treatment of the lower molar and after one session of root canal, I was told that I have to do wisdom tooth extraction to accommodate the crown. I did root canal and wisdom tooth extraction with tooth grafting done. Now I have developed a swelling near the extraction site and I was advised to take x ray which I did as se

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The upper wisdom tooth does not seem to show any infection. The lower wisdom tooth extraction and the root canal of the tooth ahead of it was required as the decay was too deep for just a filling. ...  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 daughter is 5 years old . She is having a pain in her side tooth for few days. But there is no sign of cavity. All teeth are clear no spot but still she is having pain can't understand the problem. Can you suggest something please. Thank you

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Hello Please consult the dentist so that they can have a examination and tell you ...  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

I recently had terrible toothache, upon visiting the dentist I got to know that there is cavity in the second last tooth and the last tooth is wisdom tooth and it is misaligned.. i have got the root canal done, and now the dentist insists on getting the wisdom tooth extracted.. wanted to get a second opinion if it's really required?

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Yes Sir, you need to get the wisdom tooth extracted because its pushing the side tooth and due to its position there has been food lodgment earlier which has caused the side tooth to decay. And now a ...  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

My tooth broke sometime back. Now again some small pieces of that tooth are coming. I don't want go for root canal...it there any other option for restoring front option of the tooth....for restoring smile.....can veneers help??

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Hello If the tooth is broken very deep, then definitely root canal has to be done Please share the picture for proper diagnosis and treatment plan ...  Read More

My tooth is itching. I had root canal and clown teeth also . It done on October last year . Now I have an ulcer but my concern is about my patches on my gums . Why this is happening? I am breastfeeding my baby also . I didn't smoke or drink .

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Hello Your gums look swollen please visit the dentist for the oral prophylaxis The pigmentation on the gums nothing to worry ...  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 m having tooth ache from past 2 day ,lower right molar in the end have cavity also ,i was on medication from past 2 day but it doesn't effect two much in pain .Ronemox 500,Microfast mr,Ometal 20,Dexona-these are the medication i m taking ,Suggest something to ease pain for longer time .after sometime i was go for extraction if necessary.but now i

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Hi, Visit a dentist and get an x-ray for the tooth. ...  Read More

My daughter is having lot of tooth pain as her new tooth is coming, she is not able to sleep. Can i give calpol or ibugesic 120 mg to her. She is 6 yrs old, 14 kgs in weight

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Calpol 250mg/5 ml can give 5 ml ...  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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I had a cavity in one of the upper premolar tooth on my right side and got a filling. After some time filling dropped and cavity incresed. This is like 4 years ago. I do not have any pain in that but feeling like it is numb and some times I am getting right side head aches. There is gap between teeth and I see it is black on that tooth. Please advi

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Hi, Visit a dentist and get an x-ray for the tooth. ...  Read More

I had root canal in one of my teeth 3 years ago and now I am having pain since last 3 days but only at jight

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Hi, Visit a dentist and get an x-ray for the tooth. ...  Read More

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

How can Ayurvedic medicine address the root cause of tooth pain, rather than just providing temporary relief?

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No ...  Read More

Suggest a medicine for tooth ache and entire half face ache...thanks sir/maam. It's aching since 5days no cold / fever

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Please schedule an appointment for a proper evaluation and treatment plan. ...  Read More

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