Throbbing pain after crown prep after 5 days. Could this be normal? Or will I need root canal treatment?

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I had crown prep done a few days ago but have a constant tooth ache since. I need to take iboprofen which relieves the pain for approx 8 hours but then it returns even waking me up at night The tooth had no pain before provisional Crown placement.

Scott Young, DDS · Answer

What you are describing sounds like an irreversible pulpitis.  This means that there is an inflammation of the nerve that will not repair itself.  Typically, this means it is inevitable that you will need a root canal.  Have your dentist check this to confirm soon.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Pain can be due to bite not being ok, or nerve problem.  It’s best to go back to your dentist to have the bite checked first.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Throbbing pain after crown prep after 5 days. Could this be normal? Or will I need root canal treatment?

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