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I'm scheduled to have a root canal. i'm not having any pain right now except when chewing. should i take ibuprofen before the root canal procedure?
7 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
K: Since medications like I buproven can cause prolong bleeding I would advise you to ask your dentist if it ok to premedicate with it prior to the procedure.
Answered 6/27/2014
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No: Don't take it.if you get pain afterwards then take it.
Answered 6/15/2014
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Only if needed: Avoid chewing on that side for now specially hard foods,take Ibuprofen only if needed to comfort you tell the root canal appt.
Answered 6/25/2014
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It is good idea: To prevent potential inflammation caused by root canal therapy to take Aleve (naproxen) 220 mg 2T 2X/per day for 3-5 days. Good luck.
Answered 6/16/2014
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Can't hurt: Studies show that taking ibuprofen before your root canal really is beneficial for teeth with inflamed pulps. These are teeth sensitive to hot and cold and throb.
Answered 6/26/2014
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