Extreme tooth pain when pressure is applied to the front of my veneered tooth that 've had for 7 years, what can I do?

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Two days ago I woke up with extreme sensitivity to pressure in my veneered front tooth. I had the porcelain veneer put on seven years ago to repair a chip, no nerve damage. I have not had any pain in the seven years. I've had some mild sensitivity to cold in all my front teeth, now it's more than normal in that one veneered tooth. The pain is slightly relieved when I push on the back of the tooth, but any pressure on the front hurts like hell. No gum pain, no pain pushing straight up on it.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:It's best to take an xray of the tooth and check the nerve to make sure there is no infection.  There is a possiblity that the pain is due to either trauma or clenching or grinding pressure as well, in which case it should subside within 7-10 days.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Vicki Borowski, DDS · Answer

I suggest visiting your dentist for an xray. It sounds as if the tooth is becoming acutely irritated and may need a root canal. It may also be something as simple as needing a bite adjustment.

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