Can I drink alcohol the same day I get my root canal done? I'll have a temporary crown. If not, when can I start drinking again?

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Getting a root canal so I'll have a temporary crown and I was wondering if I can drink alcohol

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Alcohol should not be mixed with medication.  If you are taking any antibiotics or pain medication you should wait until all the medication is done before consuming alcohol.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Michael Ayzin, DDS · Answer

Alcohol in moderation is ok after a root canal therapy assuming you were not prescibed strong pain meds. In that case effects of the pills and alcohol might have synergetic effect.

Matthew Warner, DDS · Answer

There is no contraindication drinking alcohol after a root canal and crown procedure.  It's alright to enjoy some drinks under these circumstances unless they prescribed certain medications.  I wouldn't recommend drinking while taking narcotics (pain medicine) and/or certain antibiotics.  If your dentist prescribed you some medicines I would confirm with them whether or not it is ok.

Ballard Morgan, DMD · Answer

alcohol in moderation does not affect you when getting dental work but it does cause a smell which may distract the dentist

Shahin Safarian, DMD · Answer

Do not drink and smoke until that time, your tooth still is weakened and could fracture. Avoid drinking during the first 24 hours and minimize the number of times you drink during the remaining healing process because drinking delays the healing process.

Ana Brightleaf, DMD (retired) · Answer

After having anesthetic , it is best to wait until your numbness goes away. Otherwise it is fine to drink alcohol in moderation.

Can I drink alcohol the same day I get my root canal done? I'll have a temporary crown. If not, when can I start drinking again?

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