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Getting a root canal and crown, having Glaucoma

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Hello. I would greatly appreciate anyone's thoughts on getting dental work done (in my case, a root canal and a crown), having Glaucoma. I have checked various sources online (have not been able to reach my doctor) and there are mixed opinions on this. It seems like sedation can play a role. I am certain that there are many people who have glaucoma that need dental work done. I just wanted to see if anyone in this community has any comments. Thank you very much.

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Eyeworrier

I have glaucoma and recently had a crown replaced. I had normal sedation by injection and there were no issues at all that I know of.

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Longwalks3

I also have had a root canal and crown procedure with glaucoma. No issues arising that I am aware of.

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Helen_GlaucomaUKAdministrator

Hello. I am unaware of any problems or issues of having a local anaesthetic injection for dental work, when you have glaucoma.

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