You have had the pulp (nerve) canal system of your tooth sealed today and the following information will help to answer any questions that you may have.

 

You should have very little or no pain after the first 24 (or at most 48) hours following this procedure.  If you experience any pain at all in the initial day or so a mild analgesic such as paracetamol ("Panadol") or ibuprofen ("Nurofen" or "Act 3") should adequately control if it is used as directed.  Ongoing, severe, or delayed-onset pain is often a sign of a need for further interventive treatment should be discussed with us if this occurs.  Please call us if you are concerned.

 

In the vast majority of cases, however, the tooth will give you no pain or discomfort at all.  This is, of course, the desired outcome.  If this is the case, we regard the treatment, to this point, as successful.

 

Most root-filled teeth are weakened significantly by the disease process that caused the need for treatment, and by its essential management (which you have just undergone). It is advisable to strengthen the remaining tooth structure as much as possible following root-canal-treatment, by restoring the access cavity and any weak or damaged areas of the tooth with either gold or porcelain.

 

If we have not discussed this with you as yet, it is likely that we have judged the amount of damage to be minimal enough not to require this type restoration. However, please remind us that we need to cover this with you for the sake of your peace of mind.

 

Don't hesitate to let us know if you are concerned about any effects of your treatment.