Abstract
Flare-ups following root canal therapy (RCT) are of significant concern in dentistry. They are characterized by the occurrence of pain or swelling during or even after a root canal procedure. They affect a considerable proportion of cases, up to 16% and occasionally even 50%, and they often necessitate unscheduled appointments. Whenever a flare-up occurs within hours or days following RCT, it demands emergency treatment. Flare-ups can be attributed to multiple factors, including mechanical, chemical, and microbial causes. Identifying these factors beforehand and utilizing the expertise of clinicians can help better manage patients after the procedure and assure a long-term successful outcome. It has been observed that retreatment cases with periapical periodontitis treated in a single appointment have higher flare-up rates. Despite the prevalence and the impact of flare-ups, the endodontic community has yet to adopt scientifically validated and approved preventive measures to manage and prevent flare-ups. Hence, in this case report, the ethical letter was approved (TUCDREC/250923). It provides insight into the management of an interappointment flare-up with an overview.
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