Our dentists at Lumino Smiles Dental will provide detailed instructions on root canal aftercare and recovery, including diet. Most patients can eat 30–45 minutes after a root canal, as long as the filling is hardened and the anesthetic wears off. We also recommend avoiding chewing or biting down with the treated tooth.
Here are some foods to eat and avoid after a root canal:
Foods to Eat
- Yoghurt, pudding, Jell-O, cottage cheese
- Eggs
- Canned tuna
- Hummus
- Tofu
- Meatloaf
- Avocado
- Applesauce
- Smoothies
- Mashed potatoes or baked sweet potatoes
- Oatmeal
- Couscous
- Polenta
- Quinoa
- Pasta
Foods to Avoid
- Hot or cold foods and drinks
- Sticky foods, like candy or gum
- Hard foods, like nuts
- Crunchy foods, like chips or pretzels
- Chewy foods, like certain meats and breads
Gentle Root Canal Therapy in Pascoe Vale, VIC
Lumino Smiles Dental provides gentle, stress-free root canals in Pascoe Vale. We invite you to contact us today for a consultation with Dr Amir or Dr Valerie.
If you have any questions about your root canal aftercare, recovery, or diet restrictions, we welcome your call. One of our friendly and knowledgeable team members will be pleased to offer assistance and guidance.