• Do I need antibiotics after a root canal?

I will have a root canal. Do I need antibiotics after a root canal?

2 Answers

  • Dental Hygienist
  • Yardley, PA

An antibiotic is usually prescribed before the root canal if there's an infection. On occasion an antibiotic will be prescribed after.

  • Endodontist
  • Nashville, TN

Not the usual protocol unless you have swelling

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