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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Expert Forum)
Pain in root canal area after 7 yrs
Answered by
Michael H Kirsch, DDS - Oral Surgery, Maxillofacial, Dental Implants, Wisdom Teeth, Bone Grafting
Dr. Michael H. Kirsch
Caldwell - NJ
Questions in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Michael H Kirsch. Topics covered include teeth extractions, wisdom teeth, dental implants, bone grafting, orthognathic surgery, facial bones realignment, facial trauma repair, jaw alignment, anesthesia, jaw cyst or tumor diagnosis, reconstructive jaw surgery, temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ) and TMJ surgery.
Pain in root canal area after 7 yrs
by kissyface, May 03, 2008 09:53AM
did a root canal in 2000, later in 2004 I had the crown replaced because of damage. Recently i have been having serious pain and sensitivity in the area where i had the root canal done. I cannot eat on that tooth even brushing hurt. When i first noticed the pain i went to my dentist and he said there is nothing serious but more likely a case of flossing a bit too hard when i told him i bled. This happen Wednesday night, I went into the dentist Thursday, today is Saturday and I am still in pain, the tooth is sensitive i cant eat on that side of my mouth. Even the action of my electronic toothbrush makes it hurt. When i went to the dentist i wasnot given any pain killer so when the pain gets too much i use advil. After setting the case my question now is what is the likely senario of what is causing the recurring pain and sensitivity? would requesting my dentist to take the crown off and inspect the tooth helps?
thank you
thank you
Doctor's Answer
by Michael H Kirsch, DDS, May 03, 2008 10:15AM
, May 03, 2008 10:15AM
10-15% of root canal teeth will have a problem at some point in time. There may be an infection in the bone around the tooth, the tooth may be fractured or perhaps a problem with the crown.
Your doctor should take an active roll in trying to determine the cause of your pain. Usually radiographs and a good clinical examine can find the problem. If your dentist is unable to find the cause then you should see a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon or Endodontist as soon as possible.
Information contained within this reply is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended nor implied to be a medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation. This is not a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your own doctor for medical condition. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and therapies.
Your doctor should take an active roll in trying to determine the cause of your pain. Usually radiographs and a good clinical examine can find the problem. If your dentist is unable to find the cause then you should see a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon or Endodontist as soon as possible.
Information contained within this reply is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended nor implied to be a medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation. This is not a substitute for professional medical advice relative to your specific medical condition or question. Always seek the advice of your own doctor for medical condition. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and therapies.
Member Comments (2)
by kissyface, May 05, 2008 06:08PM
To: thank u
thank you i saw my dentist today, did an xray and he has started addressing the problem...
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