Should i be able to feel any pain in a tooth after a root canal? i had a root canal done in the winter, and now i feel like i can feel something in that tooth again. is that possible? could i be imagining things, or maybe actually be feeling another tooth

There : There is no nerve in the tooth for you to feel pain from the tooth itself. There may be something occurring outside the tooth, such as an infection that is causing the pain or there may be a fracture in the tooth. Recommend you see the endodontist that treated the tooth for a reevaluation.

Your : Your question is more common than you think. Many patients will comment that there tooth hurts after root canal treatment. "how can that be?" so, the most common problem is pain to biting due to micomovement of the tooth or a filling too high. A simple bite adjustment can cure most problems. Less likely would be a persistent infection, cracked tooth, or tissue left inside the tooth. If you still have symptoms return to the dentist for further evaluation or an endodontist, specialist in root canal therapy, for answers to your problem. Nobody expects you to live with discomfort.

While : While the nerve to the tooth is gone, nerves to the surrounding tissues still exist. If the bite is high, the gums and bone in that area can be felt, giving the impression that one can feel the tooth. Since the root canal is only half of the treatment (the tooth must be crowned), the most common reason for this is the bite on the new crown. If there is residual infection in the area, there can be some sensation as well. It is best to see the dentist for an evaluation to rule out reinfection or a bite issue.

It's possible: Recurrence of sensitivity may be due to fracture, an untreated canal, an improper seal, shifting of the tooth's position, a microscopic interference when your teeth come together, or other possibilities. Please return to your Dentist for reevaluation. It may be something as simple as an occlusal adjustment that is required.