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How to effectively manage toothache after sinus operation?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a sinus operation last week but have developed a pain in a tooth that needs a root canal treatment. It is extremely painful. Is there anything that can be done?

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

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Hi,

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Get an appointment as soon as possible and take a painkiller tablet Brufen (Ibuprofen) 400 mg six hourly if you are having really severe pain, otherwise eight hourly like three times a day for three days. Do not lie down straight in bed at night. It aggravates the pain.

Put some cushions and high pillows, and raise your back while sleeping. If pain still gets aggravated, then you need to go to an emergency room and get the chamber of the root canal tooth opened in the emergency so that pressure of infection gets released, and then you continue with the root canal at regular visits later.

I hope you are satisfied with my answer. For further queries, you can consult me at iCliniq.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Tooba Qazi
Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At May 2, 2019
Reviewed At June 5, 2026

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Tooba Qazi is an experienced Dental Surgeon dedicated to providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She treats conditions affecting the teeth and gums, including tooth repair, extractions, and artificial replacements. Her expertise spans cosmetic dentistry, restorative procedures, and preventive oral care, helping patients achieve healthy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing smiles while promoting long-term dental health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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