Is Swelling Normal After a Root Canal? What to Expect During Recovery
A root canal removes bacteria and infected tissue from inside the tooth. Although the source of the infection has been treated, the surrounding tissues may still be inflamed as your body begins healing. Swelling is often more noticeable if: The tooth had a significant infection. An abscess was present. There was swelling before treatment. The surrounding tissues were already irritated. This inflammatory response is your body's natural way of repairing damaged tissue. How Much Swelling Is Normal? For most patients, swelling is mild. You may notice: Slight puffiness around the treated tooth Mild tenderness when chewing Minor gum inflammation
