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Could endodontists prescribe pain pills after a root canal?
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Root canal pain: Yes, an endodontist may prescribe pain medication following a root canal. They may also prescribe an antibiotic if they feel it is indicated. The decision will be left to the endodontist performing the treatment.
Answered 6/13/2014
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Yes: The correct medication based, on the pulps disease status , will be recommended.This may include anti inflammatories, analgesics, and/or antibiotics. The dr performing the procedure knows the correct meds based on your s.
Answered 4/18/2014
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