Tooth pain can be managed over the counter painkillers are treated for inflammation (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen (Ibuprofen, ibuprofen). If infection exists, antibiotics such as amoxicillin or clindamycin should also be prescribed. These drugs can help relieve pain before the root canal treatment appointment.
Dental emergencies usually involve infected teeth with inflammatory pain requiring root canal therapy. Unfortunately, the term "root canal" has become synonymous with pain. However, most of the pain occurred before the start of root canal treatment, not in actual surgery. Root canal treatment is always performed under local anesthesia and is usually not harmed. As pain management progresses, many methods can be used to provide comfort and relief concerns during surgery.