Home Care & Discomfort Management

Your tooth and surrounding gum tissue may be slightly tender for several days as a result of manipulation during treatment and previous condition of your tooth. This tenderness is normal and is no cause for alarm.

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Do not chew food on the affected side

Do not chew food on the affected side until your endodontic therapy is completed and your tooth is covered with a protective restoration provided by your restorative dentist.

You may continue your regular dental hygiene regimen.

Please continue to floss then brush your teeth as you normally would.

Discomfort may be alleviated by taking ibuprofen

Discomfort may be alleviated by taking ibuprofen (Advil), aspirin, or acetaminophen (Tylenol) as directed.  NOTE: Alcohol intake is not advised while taking any of these medications.

What if I still have questions or encounter problems after I return home? See instructions below:

Should you experience discomfort that cannot be controlled with the above listed medications, or should swelling develop, please contact this office immediately at 503 222-5580. The office telephone is answered day and night. If you need to call after hours, please have your pharmacy number available.