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I have had a root canal treatment which finished about a week ago. now, i have pain in my temple and back of head and feel generally unwell. what should i do ?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

May be related: You might have an infection, but it needs to be examined. Call your dentist so that it can be determined if you need an antibiotic.

Answered 12/18/2012

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Medical issue?: Your symptoms do not sound typical of issues related to root canal therapy. It sounds more like a medical issue. Perhaps you are coming down with something and should see a physician.

Answered 12/9/2013

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MFPDS: If the occlusion was altered, it could be a mfpdsyndrome or as mentioned before could be some residual infection and much more likely just not related to your teeth or root canal at all.

Answered 7/16/2013

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