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Root canal issue
My mother aged 55 got root canal done / The procure was half completed & later doctor filled the cavity (vain) with medicine & closed it with temp cement & called us after 1 week / In between the temp cement came out in pices- Now we are worried that the medicine in the canal will come out & bacteria will enter the newly cleaned vain. Doctor has not given us any antibiotics as well - Just given a Tan-x to rub on Gums
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ANTIBIOTICS are not needed in each case of root canal treatment. Temporary filling should be replaced by permanent filling now. visit your dentist, he will do the needful.
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There is no need to worry. the temporary cement will be replaced with a permanent filling. Then get a crown placed over it. Don't delay the treatment.
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Don't let it be open for long.
Get the treatment completed and put a crown.
Next Steps
visit the dentist at earliest
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keep the area clean to prevent food lodgement by gargling with water after intake of food
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Not to worry.I will also advice you to get a crown done after the root canal.
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For any more query or treatment visit us today.Dr Ratnika Agarwal , Dental Surgeon/Owner of Smile Up Dental Care & Implant Center ,PUNE
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Nothing much to worry about..
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Visit the dentist regarding the same
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Don't worry
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Dr. Aditya Mohindru
Dentist
7 yrs exp
Jalandhar
Ideally if a tooth recieves an intentional rct , it can be finished in a single sitting. In case the tooth has some infection or pain, the rct may take 2 to 3 sittings to be finished. 1 week of waiting time between the sittings is not advisable per se but it varies with cases. I would suggest you to see an endodontist (root canal specialist) in case you have any doubts.
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go and consult an endodontist.
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Dr. Shilpa
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Complete your root canal and put a cap you Will be fine not to be worried
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Dr. Shruti Joshi
Dentist
19 yrs exp
Thane
Hi,Dont worry Please get the root canal completed as soon as possible to avoid chances of re infection & put a cap.
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Dr. Suman Makam
Dentist
23 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
In case the temporary cement is dislodged,you need to go back to your dentist and get the temporary done again as this could lead to cross contamination.Once the RCT is completed get a crown done immediately.
Regards
Dr Sumanmakam
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Dr. Vikee Singh
Dentist
22 yrs exp
Delhi
Please don't worry about the filling out. Just get the treatment completed which is prime importance. Also don't forget to get a crown done after the root canal.
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Please see the dentist and complete the treatment. Dr Vikee - Teeth & More dental spa.
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For more - visit us at - www.delhidentistspa.com
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