Tooth Sensitivity for over 5 Months on New Crown

asked 6 months ago by ksc1968 in Chatsworth, CA
Latest answer by Scott Young, DDS
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Tags: 5 months post-op, sensitivity

I had a crown put on a tooth in July. The dentist said bite was fine but adjusted it just in case. two months later I developed tooth sensitity on the outside surface of the tooth w/ cold sensitivity. Went back to dentist and he did xray, tapping, ice tests, and said the tooth looks fine and thought it was from grinding teeth . Sensodyne toothpaste took discomfort away for a while but its still here. I can chew fine its just soft touche/pressure that irritate tooth. Any ideas?

3 answers to Tooth Sensitivity for over 5 Months on New Crown

Sensitivity After New Crown

It is common to have some sensitivity following the placement of a new crown. It sounds as though it is somewhat improving, but not completely gone yet. I would say that you should give it more time. Your dentist is correct in stating that you could be grinding and the minor differences in your bite from the new crown could be causing the tooth to stay bruised. I would consider an occlusal guard that you would wear at night to see if the remaining... more

Scott Young, DDS
Houston Cosmetic Dentist

www.woodlandsdentistry.com

Post-op Sensitivity on a Crown

If your dentist feels it is due to bruxism, maybe he could adjust the bite on the crown enough to where you do not touch it for a short while to see if that is in fact the cause. If so, a nightguard would be in order especially if you have any wear patterns in your teeth. If any tooth structure is showing between the margin of the crown and the gumline, it is possible this is the source of the sensitivity and could be coated with a desensitizing agent to seal it better. The... more

Donald L. Wilcox, DDS
Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist

www.desertsmiles.com