Do i go back to the dentist or wait?
Q.
Hi, I have been in agony with toothache since last Thursday. I went to my dentist and was diagnosed with an infection under a crowned tooth and gave me a course of antibiotics to get rid off it. He saw me again 5 days later and drilled through the crown to release the tension caused by the infection and drilled some infection out. He then injected antibiotic into the tooth and put in a temporary filling, until i can receive further treatment. However I have to wait another 2 weeks before he can carry out root canal treatment but I’m in agony but dont know whether i should I go back to see him or persevere. i am trying every painkiller and nothing is helping. What do you suggested. Thanks
Hi, I have been in agony with toothache since last Thursday. I went to my dentist and was diagnosed with an infection under a crowned tooth and gave me a course of antibiotics to get rid off it. He saw me again 5 days later and drilled through the crown to release the tension caused by the infection and drilled some infection out. He then injected antibiotic into the tooth and put in a temporary filling, until i can receive further treatment. However I have to wait another 2 weeks before he can carry out root canal treatment but I’m in agony but dont know whether i should I go back to see him or persevere. i am trying every painkiller and nothing is helping. What do you suggested. Thanks
A.
It sounds like the tooth might need to be drained again…I would advise you see a root canal specialist as soon as possible (an endodontist) or alternatively the tooth could be removed. Maybe a double dose or additional type of antibiotic would help. The best advice is to see your dentist immediately for an assesment of the issue and some urgent treatment
It sounds like the tooth might need to be drained again…I would advise you see a root canal specialist as soon as possible (an endodontist) or alternatively the tooth could be removed. Maybe a double dose or additional type of antibiotic would help. The best advice is to see your dentist immediately for an assesment of the issue and some urgent treatment
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