{"id":1548,"date":"2021-09-18T05:58:27","date_gmt":"2021-09-18T12:58:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theelitedental.com\/old\/?p=1548"},"modified":"2021-10-16T04:06:36","modified_gmt":"2021-10-16T11:06:36","slug":"5-tips-to-speed-up-root-canal-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theelitedental.com\/old\/5-tips-to-speed-up-root-canal-recovery\/","title":{"rendered":"5 TIPS TO SPEED UP ROOT CANAL RECOVERY"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you love sugary foods like chocolates, sweets, candies, etc.? Did you know harmful bacteria in your mouth love these sugary foods, too?\u00a0Lack of good oral care and unhealthy dental practices results in these bacteria colonizing and releasing harmful acids that break the enamel, forming dental cavities.\u00a0Cavities pave the way for bacteria to reach the teeth roots and decay teeth. To close these cavities, a root canal procedure is carried out. While root canal therapy is quite common these days, the recovery from a root canal gets fastened by following a few tips mentioned below.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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WHAT IS ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bacteria feed on the sugar and starchy compounds from the food we consume and\u202f<\/span>form plaque that release harmful acids<\/span><\/a>. These\u202f<\/span>acids erode the enamel and form cavities<\/span><\/a>\u202fthrough which bacteria attack the inner tissues and roots of the teeth. A root canal treatment is done to fill up these cavities and prevent the transmission of bacteria to the roots.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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There are various\u202f<\/span>types of dentists<\/span><\/a>\u202fbased on their specializations, and the one who performs root canal is known as an\u00a0endodontist. During the\u202f<\/span>root canal procedure<\/span><\/a>, the\u00a0endodontist\u00a0creates a hole in the enamel of the affected tooth and exposes the infected pulp. The infected pulp gets removed, and the area is treated with a topical antibiotic or disinfectant to prevent re-infection. The canals are cleaned and then reshaped to enlarge the canal and house the filling material. Finally, a crown is placed on the tooth to keep the filling intact. The dentist allows choosing the\u202f<\/span>type of dental crown<\/span><\/a>\u202fthat enhance the aesthetic value of your teeth. Thus root canal therapy saves your natural tooth from getting extracted.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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TIPS FOR SPEEDY ROOT CANAL RECOVERY<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1.KEEP YOUR HEAD ELEVATED\u202f<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After the root canal procedure is performed, take enough rest to alleviate the pain and swelling. While sleeping, use a double pillow to elevate your head for reducing the pain and fastening the healing.\u202f \u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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2.DO NOT EAT ANYTHING FOR A FEW HOURS<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When your tooth gets treated with root canal therapy, there will be swelling and soreness for a few hours in the treated area. Do not eat anything until the numbness goes away. Once you\u00a0feel the swelling gets reduced and the numbness is relieved, eat only soft foods like soup, yogurt, etc. Do no consume hard foods that irritate the treated tooth, and also do not try to bite or chew using the treated tooth.\u202f<\/span>Avoid hot and acidic beverages<\/span><\/a>, alcohol and strictly\u202f<\/span>avoid smoking that adds to the inflammation<\/span><\/a>\u202fand interrupt your root canal recovery.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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3.USE A COLD COMPRESS<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To reduce the swelling and soreness, use a cold compress or an ice pack and massage the treated area. Apply the cold compress for 15 minutes several times a day to fasten the healing. You can also eat ice creams that act as a cold compress.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4.GARGLE WITH WARM SALTWATER<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When your tooth is treated with root canal treatment, there are chances that\u202f<\/span>gums get infected<\/span><\/a>. To prevent gum infection and keep your mouth free from harmful bacterial reactions,\u00a0gargle\u00a0using warm saltwater. Warm salted water is an effective\u202f<\/span>home remedy for teeth sensitivity<\/span><\/a>\u202fthat is caused post the root canal procedure for a week.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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5.VISIT THE DENTIST<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Post the procedure, if you feel there is any unusual pain or symptom, visit the dentist at the earliest to get the issue sorted. Also, do not skip your regular dental visit post the procedure, where the dentist assesses your treated tooth and checks for any re-infection or other dental issues.\u202f<\/span>Regular dental\u00a0checkup\u00a0saves your teeth<\/span><\/a>\u202fand prevents major oral infections.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Along with the above-mentioned steps, makes sure you consume the medications as prescribed by the dentist to speed up the healing and prevent infections. Also, avoid strenuous activities and workouts for a few days post the procedure to help your tooth relax and recover. Once you recover from the root canal therapy, make it a habit to\u202f<\/span>follow a daily dental routine<\/span><\/a>\u202fand\u202f<\/span>nourish good care for your oral health<\/span><\/a>. Visit our clinic, The Elite Dental Care, the best dental clinic in Tracy, California for a painless root canal procedure, dental\u00a0checkup\u00a0and other dental procedures that preserve your oral health.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Do you love sugary foods like chocolates, sweets, candies, etc.? Did you know harmful bacteria in your mouth love these sugary foods, too?\u00a0Lack of good oral care and unhealthy dental practices results in these bacteria colonizing and releasing harmful acids that break the enamel, forming dental cavities.\u00a0Cavities pave the way for bacteria to reach the … 5 TIPS TO SPEED UP ROOT CANAL RECOVERY<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1549,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[6,15],"tags":[342,356,359,357,355,350,354,108,353,358,360,7,300,352,351],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n5 TIPS TO SPEED UP ROOT CANAL RECOVERY - Elite Dental Care<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Root canal treatment preserves and saves your natural teeth from getting extracted. 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