I had a frontal crown placed on a tooth and now my back molars and the entire upper right side of teeth hurt. What is the cause?

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I think the nerve is damaged and it’s spreading to all teeth? Is this possible?

Ira Shapira, DDS · Answer

There can be many reasons including coincidence but if the crown is too big on the back side it could shift your bite backwards (by avoidance) and set off TMJ or MPD issue.  Can also be from being open too long without jaw support.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:This could be a coincidence or the bite has to be adjusted.  Please go back to your dentist to check the bite on the new crown and check for clenching and grinding pressure on your back teeth as well.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Joseph B. Silberman, DMD, FAGD · Answer

It's possible that your pain is coming from the nerve of the tooth and this type of pain can certainly cause the pain you're having. Definitely go back to your dentist to have the tooth evaluated.

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