Since 2008, endodontist Dr. Jamie Ring has functioned as the owner of Foothills Endodontic Specialists, LLC, in Westminster, Colorado. In his position at the dental clinic, Dr. Jamie Ring works as a root canal specialist.
Recovering from a root canal procedure can be painful at times, though effects of the surgery should linger for just a few days. In most cases, a patient will experience tenderness throughout the jaw and other areas surrounding the tooth that has been operated on. This tenderness can cause considerable discomfort when the mouth is open for extended periods of time, such as when the patient speaks or eats.
Despite the relatively short recovery time associated with a root canal, some people may wish to seek over-the-counter pain medication as a source of relief. If the patient chooses take medication, he or she must adhere to all instructions. Many medications, for example, should be taken shortly following a meal. The tooth or teeth that have been worked on may feel slightly different for several additional days. If this discomfort or any other pain lasts more than a week, patients should contact their endodontist.
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