Re: Really nervous about root canal tomorrow
ErinKC - I can empathise with you on this one. I've had more dental work in my short life (only 25!) than the majority of people have had in their lifetime. I've had root canals, an extraction, fillings - you name it.
Thankfully though, my teeth look really good ha. So that's the only plus side. Also had them whitened and they're quite painful.
Anyway, root canal really isn't that bad. If there's any chance of an infection setting in, they'll probably prescribe you Metronidazole (Flagyl in the US I think).
You can ask your dentist to prescribe some Temazepam before procedures. They prefer this out of all the benzos because of its short half life, and rapid onset of action.
You'll be fine! Good luck
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