Many patients wonder what to expect during and after a root canal procedure, especially regarding pain management… In my experience, effective pain control involves a combination of local anesthetics and, when necessary, post-treatment medications. It’s essential to discuss any concerns with your endodontist to ensure you’re comfortable throughout the process.
I agree that discussing concerns with your endodontist is crucial; i found that using ice packs helped minimize swelling after my procedure. 
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And local anesthetics really do help, but I found that staying hydrated post-treatment made a big difference for me; @cwilson73, did you find anything else that worked well?