Do I need another new retainer after new permanent crown fell out and was re-cemented or root canl?

January 17, 2018
Asked By:mheartkk in Nyack, NY

Permanent crown on tooth18 on 12/21, no root canal, decay under existing crown, deep cavity. Impression/new retainer made at Ortho 12/22. Crown came off on 12/28, extremely sensitive & re-cemented 12/29. Fine until a week ago. No sensitivity or pain when chewing but noticed jaw pain (subtle) and throbbing (crown) especially when wearing retainer (p.m.). New retainer has always felt like it fits so why now?Xray yesterday showed no sign of infection, also no sensitivity or pain when tapped on.

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May 10, 2018

Answer: Reshaping retainer.

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May 10, 2018

Answer: Reshaping retainer.

January 22, 2018

Answer: Retainer

January 22, 2018

Answer: Retainer

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