I recently had an existing crown replaced and the adjacent top incisor crowned. The newly crowned tooth had a root canal performed some 20 years ago. It now feels very odd when touched. It also mildly aches and I have an occasional slight burning sensation. The dentist has tested the crown for mobility and taken an X-Ray. He said everything is normal and that crowns do feel different. The other crowned tooth feels fine (it is now on its 3rd crown). Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
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Hi:Pain with temporary may not be an indication of root canal. However, it would be a good idea to get a nerve test to make sure the nerve is ok prior to cementation of the final crown.Best,Dr. Maddahi
Root cavities under the gum, needs to be treated on priority level. If the dentist feels that he can retract the gum and remove all the cavities, by all means, restore them by using bonding procedure! Crown may be necessary depending on how much sound tooth structure is remaining! If the dentist...
Hi! This is not normal. Every time dentists adjust ceramic crowns there is a potential for microfractures in the porcelain that can compromise the integrity of the material. It sounds like the crown might not have been designed properly. It might have...
