Is smoking cigarette a problem after root canal treatement. Is it a problem?

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My rct finished today and doctor drilled my tooth to shape it for crowning and the crowning is stated for next week. So is it a problem smoking at present!

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Normally smoking is not a problem after a root canal and crown preparation.  Smoking interferes with healing after extraction or gum surgery.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Michael Ayzin, DDS · Answer

Tommy, thank you for your question. I am sure you know that smoking is not good for you in general, but  there is no contraindication for smoking after a root canal therapy.

Graham T. Egger, DDS · Answer

It sounds like the access to the root canal has been sealed so smoking should not interfere directly with the root canal treatment.

Daniel Melnick, DDS (retired) · Answer

Cigarette smoking should have no affect on a finished root canal.  It will potentially be a problem on the soft tissues in your mouth.

Thomas Roberts, DDS (retired) · Answer

Smoking should not effect your tooth significantly.  If you have any concerns discuss them with your dentist but I think you will be fine.  Good luck.

Is smoking cigarette a problem after root canal treatement. Is it a problem?

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