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Root canal 3 days ago and still paining. how to get rid of the pain fast?
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Anti-inflammatory: Sometimes it can be painful for several days after treatment. An anti-inflammatory like Ibuprofen works well.
Answered 6/25/2014
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See your dentist: You may need a different pain killer. You may have cracked the tooth. You may need an antibiotic. You may need the occlusion adjusted. See your dentist.
Answered 8/8/2013
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