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What kind of pain relief medications can you take during pregnancy for a root canal?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

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Talk to your DDS\MD: It is best to discuss this issue with both your own dentist and your obstetrician. Take as little of anything as possible.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Ask OB: Your OB will tell you which medication are safe, but I have given lortab under the ok of the ob.

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