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Before Endodontic Treatment

Most endodontic treatment is performed using local anesthesia. This means the treatment area will be numb, but you will usually remain awake and comfortable during your visit.

What to Expect

In most cases, patients are able to drive themselves and return to work or normal daily activities after treatment, unless our office, doctor, or anesthesia provider gives different instructions.

Patients scheduled for sedation will receive separate instructions specific to their appointment.

Before Your Visit
  • Please continue taking your regular medications as directed by your physician.
  • If you have questions about your medications before your appointment, please contact our office or your prescribing doctor.
  • Please let us know if you have any recent changes in your health, new medications, recent surgery, or illness.
  • If you are scheduled for sedation or instructed to take medication before your visit, please follow the separate instructions provided by our office.
  • If sedation is planned, you may need a responsible adult to drive you home.
Before Your Appointment

Please review these simple guidelines before your visit.

We want to make your appointment as smooth and comfortable as possible. Please keep the following in mind before your visit:

  • Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for check-in and any necessary paperwork.
  • Eat a normal breakfast or lunch before your appointment, unless you have been instructed otherwise.
  • Continue taking your regular medications as directed by your physician.
  • If you have been advised to take antibiotic premedication due to a heart condition, joint replacement, prosthesis, or other medical condition, please take it as instructed before your appointment.
  • Please avoid taking pain medication immediately before your appointment unless instructed by your doctor, as this may affect our ability to accurately evaluate your symptoms.
  • Consider limiting caffeine before your visit, especially if you feel anxious, as caffeine may increase nervousness or elevate your heart rate.
  • Please bring a list of your current medications, supplements, and any known allergies.
  • Please bring your referral, X-rays, insurance information, and a valid photo ID if applicable.
  • If you are unsure about any instructions before your visit, please call our office at (832) 615-3131.