About Mark Bornfeld DDS Expertise I can respond to all questions dealing with the practice of dentistry, from both the dentist`s and patient`s perspective. I am knowledgeable about all dental disciplines, from cosmetic dentistry to surgery, from restorative dentistry to root canal treatment. I have strong opinions about controversial issues in dental practice, including those topics which directly impact on the reputation of the profession in the eyes of both the lay public and our health profession colleagues.
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Past/Present Clients Editor, Queens County Academy of General Dentistry newsletter; contributor to Dentistry.com 29 years practicing general dentistry partnered with brother Steve as one-half of the DentalTwins®
Dentistry - drank alochol after root canal treatment
Expert: Mark Bornfeld DDS - 3/23/2009
Question hi. I had root canal treatment 6 days ago. I drank alcohol 3 days after root canal treatment. After an hour or two I started to feel pain. I took painkiller and slept. Next morning I can still feel pain and the swelling started to grow. On the 5th day after treatment the pain was gone but swelling was still there. How will this affect the treated tooth. ....... thanks
Answer Dear Gary,
I very much doubt that the alcohol you consumed had anything to do with the flareup of that tooth-- it is probably a coincidence.
However, the delayed onset of symptoms of infection is troubling, and may indicate a less than favorable root canal outcome. I recommend that you return to your dentist so that the tooth can be properly assessed for quality of healing.
Good luck!
Mark Bornfeld DDS
www.dentaltwins.com
Brooklyn, NY
