This procedure will be performed under local anesthesia. In most cases, there are no restrictions after the procedure regarding driving or returning to work. Our endodontist is available for consultation if any issues arise following your treatment.

Continue taking all medications for blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid conditions, or any other health concerns as directed by your physician. If you have any questions, please contact Glendale Endodontics & Microsurgery before your appointment.

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Eat your usual breakfast or lunch as appropriate.

If your physician or general dentist has advised antibiotic premedication due to heart valve replacement, mitral valve prolapse (MVP), implants, hip, knee, cardiac, or other prostheses, phen fen use, or rheumatic heart disease, ensure you take the prescribed antibiotic one hour before your appointment. For any questions, call Dr. David Abdelmalak at 818-242-8955.

If you are able to take ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), these medications can help reduce inflammation when taken pre-operatively. We recommend taking two tablets of either medication 2–4 hours before your endodontic therapy.

For any additional questions regarding nonsurgical endodontics in Glendale, California, please contact our office.