Hello I recently had root canal , in two parts. Before the first procedure, I took a round of antibiotics . I then went on vacation and the 2nd procedure (filling with gutta percha) took place almost an entire month after the first procedure (extracting root, cleaning, temporary filling). For the 2nd procedure the endodontist said I did not need to take antibiotics again. I am worried because a week later my tooth area still hurts, could some bacteria have gotten in during the 2nd procedure? I am supposed to go for a final crown today but am worried.
It's normal to have some discomfort after act completion for 1 to 2 weeks. The root canal filling makes the tooth tender. The reason for your pain can also be food impaction around the cut tooth which is the space created to fit the crown. If your dentist has done the RCT procedure well then your pain will go in another week or so. Meanwhile you should avoid chewing food from the affected side. Take some anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. And most importantly while getting the crown placed be sure that all the teeth are in contact.  Sometimes the new crown is high relative to adjacent teeth and this can aggravate the pain. Take care