If necessary, your endodontist will recommend appropriate pain medication to alleviate your discomfort. Your endodontist will give you specific postoperative instructions to follow. If you have questions or if you have pain that does not respond to medication, call your endodontist. Patients who have had endodontic surgery are usually able to drive themselves home. But it is a good idea to talk to your endodontist about this prior to your appointment to decide if other transportation arrangements will be necessary.
Most patients return to their normal daily activities one or two days after their surgery.
Your endodontist will discuss your expected recovery time with you. Many insurance plans do cover endodontic surgery. Each insurance plan is different, however. You should consult with your employer or insurance company prior to treatment. Your dentist and endodontist have suggested endodontic surgery because they believe it is the best option for you.