My husband had heart surgery back in 2012 and has been dealing with tooth pain for the last three months. The dentist recommended a root canal, but I'm worried is it safe for him given his heart history? What should we consider before going ahead with it?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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cardiologist opinion is advised.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I've been dealing with this constant gum and tooth pain, and I'm wondering if the dolo tablet is a good option to help with it. Can anyone advise on whether it's effective for this kind of pain? Would appreciate your input.

Dolo is a painkiller but it will give u a temporary releif ,u need to find out d cause of pain and get it treated accordingly

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I'm worried about my cousin who seems to have chronic bad breath. It's becoming quite noticeable and I'm not sure how he can fix it. Are there any medications or treatments you'd recommend for his problem? I'm really hoping for some guidance on how to tackle this issue.

Listerine gargles orally ,twice daily for 3 months is advised to the patient.

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