Your tooth and surrounding gum tissue may be slightly tender for several days as a result of manipulation during treatment and previous condition of your tooth. This tenderness is normal and is no cause for alarm. Do not chew food on the affected side until your endodontic therapy is completed and your tooth is covered with a protective restoration provided by your restorative dentist. You may continue your regular dental hygiene regimen.

Endodontic treatment has now been completed. The root canal system has been permanently sealed. However, in most cases the outer surface is sealed with a temporary restoration, this temporary will usually last 4-6 weeks.  A follow-up restoration must be placed to protect your tooth against fracture and decay. Please telephone your restorative dentist for an appointment.  In some cases your general dentist will have our office place a permanent restoration in the tooth; this is only done when requested.

A complete report of treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. Included in your treatment is a follow-up examination to evaluate the progress of healing. This appointment will require only a few minutes and no additional fee will be charged for the first check-up visit.  When you receive a postcard reminder, call the office at your earliest convenience to schedule an appointment.

If you feel you are having a dental emergency in relation to your treatment, please call the office at (209) 478-2252.  We have a doctor on call 24 hours per day.