Will I Get An Infection After My Dentist Put Cotton Wool In My Root Canal?

Q.
Hello, I need some advice, Dr Shaffie. I had a root canal done by my general dentist and while in the process of getting it done she placed a piece of cotton wool inside my tooth and covered it with a hard substance. Now my tooth is throbbing and killing me and when I bite down I feel something moving away in my tooth and it’s very painful. I asked around and I was told she was not supposed to use cotton and I that this could cause some kind of infection. I was told to go to the emergency room immediately and have them remove the cotton to avoid tooth infection. Is this really true?
A.
Hello, based on what you have told me, I’ll tell you that sometimes we dentists will place a strong antiseptic inside the canal and put a piece of cotton which is then followed by a temporary filling. As long as the dentist goes back and replaces them by permanent filler, it should be okay. If you continue to be unhappy, maybe try a different dental professional, it doesn’t hurt to get a second opinion. I hope this helps you with your enquiry.
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