Hmmmm, about to get a DOUBLE root canal in less than 1.5 hrs.--WILL I ???

Question

be in any pain whatsoever?
Not in any pain now, nor has it ever even bothered me in the slightest
root canals r a 1st 4 me. BUT~was curious ....
after this procedure will I be exhausted later today??
Just looking 4ward to having the root rot FINALLY removed just to get it OVER and DONE WITH ;-D
[should I take a sm. portion of xanax to relax a bit?]
and does the dentist normally inject novacane in the SIDE of the gum??
--or right smack injected in the middle of the tooth right after he removes the temp. crown?

thedavecorp--
I was irresponsible w/the temp crowns,never went back to complete it
months went by, and then they both decayed very bad (I can see it), so he's being honest
he tried to 'save them'but I waited much to late to have the rest done [won't ever do that again,lol]
anyway, my gums are very unusual because even tho I've had cavities, I've NEVER had real tooth pain at all,
just a couple of minor aches once in a blue moon

Just got back.
I didn't like that too much, all that drilling, yuk.
But it wasn't painful,--he just had to give a little more novacaine once the procedure got deeper into the root.
one more to go,
then finally the posts & crowns :o)
It sure takes a LONG time though!!!--getting quicker apps. I'm looking at 5 more trips to the dentist between both these teeth
man, it's expensive!!
better to spend tho, than run around w/no teeth, lol

Answer 1

The freezing is always the worst part pain wise. It feels like its burning. Once that sets in you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure but it is not nice. You still are aware of whats going on and the drills and such are loud. Plus the dentist is rooting around in your mouth...you will feel that.
You will be tired for the rest of the day and your mouth will be frozen for a few hours. Get ready to drool! lol
i don't think you need anything before hand unless you are super nervous..but you don't sound it.
I think they freeze the gum not the tooth..
good luck!

Answer 2

Recovery from root canal varies from person to person. I personally have never had post procedure pain requiring medication and have had three root canals. I was a bit tender, but that was it. Some people have more discomfort and, if you turn out to be one of those and acetaminophen does not help, call your dentist and ask for a prescription for pain relief.

As for taking xanax prior to the procedure, I would think that's not necessary and not a good idea if you're driving yourself to the dentist as it will make you very tired. You CAN take a dose of extra strength acetaminphen (Tylenol, Aspirin-free pain reliever, etc) an hour before the procedure if it will make you feel better and more in control. Make sure it is NOT an aspirin containing product.

The novocaine is injected into the gum area directly veritcal to the offending tooth. The dentist will not do anything until you are sufficiently numbed up.

The biggest problem I have ever found with root canals is having to keep your mouth wide open for a really, really long time. Otherwise, it is no big deal.

Good luck

Answer 3

You may have a little discomfort but it shouldn't put you out for the rest of the day. Sometimes the anesthesia can leave you feeling a little tired. I would ask your dentist if it was okay to take the Xanax before your appt., but I would think that it should be okay. You may need someone to drive you to your appt if you do take it. The anesthesia will be injected into the surrounding gum tissue and after the root canal has begun a little anes may be injected into the nerve of the tooth. I have had two root canals done in the past and have had Zero complications. Good Luck and I hope this helps.

Answer 4

Xanax is great if you have problems relaxing!! They will give you a shot in your jaw/cheek area to numb that whole side of your mouth, then possible after you are numbed up alittle they might give you a small shot in your gum just to help. Once the novacane wears off there is a good possibility that you will feel some pain, take some Motrin. You should be good as far as not being exhausted afterwards. Good luck!!

Answer 5

Novacain goes into the gum.

You probably won't be exhausted but you may look a little funny for a few hours.

If you're not in pain, reschedule the proceedure, and use the time to get a second opinion - do not tell your dentist.

Answer 6

Many dentists will put you to sleep if you request it. Root canals aren't nearly as bad as people claim. If you have Novocaine, after the first second, you probably won't feel anything. After it's over, there's no pain either. Don't worry, get the root canals, and keep your teeth. You'll see, everything is going to be fine.