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How long does a jaw bone infection after root canal take to heal?

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Infection dependent: This depends on the size of the infection, the amount of time it has been present, the success of the root canal and the proper antibiotic used. Typically a week, give or take.

Answered 5/22/2020

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Varies: Sometimes you can see positive changes on an xray in as little as a few months. Typically within 6 months to a year you should see healing. Sometimes it can take even longer. That's why its important to follow up with your endodontist after a year to make sure your tooth is healing properly.

Answered 10/16/2017

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Dr. Randolph Todd answered

Specializes in Endodontics

Depends !: If you are asking how long it takes for the bone to heal after root canal treatment it varies on the patient's health. Normally the dds can see healing on an x-ray 6 months after root canal treatment. However new x-ray systems (cbct) indicate complete healing may take much longer. Other factors that may influence healing include diet as well as size and location of previous infection.

Answered 1/18/2018

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Varies.: It depends on the extension and "age" of the infection.Also depends on how effective the antibiotic therapy against the infection is.Symptoms say a lot.Otherwise, after one year check with an x-ray.

Answered 10/23/2019

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Immediately: As soon as the microorganisms were removed from the root canal bone and all soft tissues surrounding the tooth will begin a healing process. Pain may still be present for some days but will go away.

Answered 2/1/2019

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