Fractured/cracked tooth signs and symptoms?

Hello,
A fracture is easier to detect through a CT scan. It also helps to see if there is any infection. Additionally, performing a bite adjustment can help release the pain.

Emma, it doesn't sound like a cracked tooth. If it is a cracked tooth it would be more of a sharp lancinating (needle stick) pain to pressure and would go away when the pressure is released. I assume the endodontist found nothing. When you say your jaw hurts is it in the jaw joint area? If so, it may be the bite has been altered enough on tooth 19 to set off a TMJ problem. I would associate your problem with 19 since you state it started at the time of the root canal? One question is did the pain start after the root canal or after the new crown was placed. I would suggest you see a dentist who is skilled in TMJ analysis. All the best.

Pain in the jaw can originate from teeth and non teeth sources. A non tooth source of pain may be misdiagnosed as needing a root canal treatment. This becomes more evident when the pain does not disappear after treatment. Non tooth sources of pain that mimic tooth pain include, but are not limited to, sinus infections (for upper teeth), salivary gland blockages, TMJ problems, neck problems, gum disease, grinding and even cardiac problems or muscle neuralgia. You may finding that an evaluation with a oral pain specialist may get to the root of your pain. Symptoms you describe like "burning" , "middle ear pain" and "pain when opening and closing" all point to the need for more evaluation.
Good luck, 
Dr Ebner

Hi:It's best to go to your dentist and take an X-ray of the tooth to check for infection and also make sure the bite on the crown is right.  Bite issues can cause similar symptoms.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Sorry to hear about your situation.  I would make a trip back to your dentist for an emergency appointment and have the area looked at.  It may be the tooth (#19) or could be another tooth that is causing what you are describing.