After your local anesthesia wears off, you may feel mild soreness and localized discomfort at the treatment site, but these symptoms typically resolve within 24 to 48 hours. Most patients report feeling back to themselves later the same night or the next day.
It's important to remember that the discomfort following a root canal is mild compared to the pain of a tooth root infection.
Our gentle root canals in Arvada, CO, effectively relieve chronic tooth pain and prevent the spread of harmful infections. If you've heard that this treatment is complex or painful, rest assured those are outdated myths.
How Long Does Root Canal Recovery Take in Arvada?
Most of the time, root canal infections are excruciating, prompting an emergency dental appointment. At this appointment, the dentist quickly assesses your symptoms and makes the diagnosis. If you are experiencing severe swelling or a fever, please contact us immediately for a dental emergency in Arvada.
We begin your root canal treatment by carefully numbing the area around the tooth—our priority is ensuring you will not feel pain during the procedure. When the area is completely numb, the dentist removes the infected material from the canal of your tooth. We rinse the canal and temporarily close the tooth to promote comfort and healing.
You return to our dental office in a few weeks for a permanent restoration, typically a durable dental crown or filling to reinforce the treated tooth.
When Should I Contact My Arvada Dentist During Recovery?
To learn more or to schedule a consultation, call us today at (303) 456-4745. Remember, a tooth infection is a dental emergency requiring your dentist's immediate attention.