2006-11-11 01:27:55 · 19 answers · asked by Bumblebee 3 in Health ➔ Dental
I had a root canal about a year ago and it wasn't that bad. My dentist gave me a cover for my eyes and head phones to listen to. It's the sound that is painful, but with the headphones it really helped. You should ask your dentist if they offer this and if not then ask if you can bring your own.
2006-11-11 01:40:24 · answer #1 · answered by hey culligan man 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a root canal is no longer the horrible experience that it once was. Your Dr. will use local anesthesia and likely give you instructions to take mild pain meds for post op discomfort. The cost really depends which tooth is needing the work. Front teeth approx. $4-500 and molars upwards of $900-1,000. After the root canal you will NEED to have a crown done. This is because after having a root canal the tooth can become brittle being that it has lost it's blood supply, and needs the crown for strength. Having the crown done afterward is really important so that your tooth is protected and so is the investment you have made in the root canal.
2016-05-22 04:59:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that it is up to individual interpretation. I myself have gone through one nine years ago. I think it also might depend on the dentist that performs it. It actually felt pretty sore for a little while, but I am sure the doctor will prescribe you some tylenol or motrin. I actually had two root canals back to back one month and also extractions. Wasn't a great month for me. Good luck, kid!
2006-11-11 02:31:00 · answer #3 · answered by Kelly m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh man, this would be a KILLER if you weren't all doped up...but your jaw will be anesthetized so you won't feel much, just some pressure maybe. When the Novocaine wears off you will probably have some discomfort for a day or so, but nothing that an OTC pain reliever won't take care of. Not to worry!
2006-11-11 01:39:14 · answer #4 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not a very fun procedure but if the dentist is good you should have mild pain! It also depends on your pain tolerance. If it's low, you might want to tell your dentist that. He will probably give you a stronger pain pill. BE CAREFUL, those things make you very drowsy. You will be sore but mind over matter! Good Luck!
2006-11-11 01:38:36 · answer #5 · answered by Harleygal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will hurt sooooooooooooo bad,,it will make you scream in agony and make you beg the dentist to stop,,not to mention the acrid smell of the drilling,,yes the drilling deep into your tooth,,deeper and deeper till you faint with the pain,,still it could be worse,,he might have Radio 3 going in the background
2006-11-11 02:13:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well root canaling doenot cause a lot of pain it just pains 4r 3-4hrs n then it will be perfectly ok n when the mixture comes out it will pain n try the same thing well better luck 4r ur rootcanaling
2006-11-11 01:42:57 · answer #7 · answered by sweety m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I spent years being paranoid about going to the dentist. They are so much better these days. No good dentist will hurt you. Be brave and you will get through it OK. Best of luck to you.
2006-11-11 01:38:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i thought it would be bad,but i felt nothing just make sure they do an exray at the end to make sure they got all the roots out, somethimes they leave a piece in and it will get infected
2006-11-11 08:08:08 · answer #9 · answered by neganelly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't hurt at all. Though it will be uncomfortable - it feels like your dentist is drilling into your brain (or through the bottom jaw)
2006-11-11 01:37:28 · answer #10 · answered by Phlodgeybodge 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋