Is it normal for a tooth to be hurting and throbbing after a root canal? root canal was done this past week, tooth is now hurting and throbbing.

I : I assume that your root canal is completed. It is not unusual to have some pain after completion of the treatment due to residual inflammation of the tissues around the root of the tooth. This can be managed with Motrin or advil (ibuprofen). I may also be present if there was an infection in the bone as a result of the death of the nerve. Another possibility is that, if a filling was place, it is in hyperocclusion and causing you to put too much pressure on the tooth. Finally, if there is a fracture in the tooth you could be experiencing discomfort. Contact the dentist who performed the procedure for evaluation and management.

Dr. : Dr. Funari has given you most of the possibilities. I would still suggest a call to your dentist to evaluate your discomfort and direct you as to what to do to manage your pain.

Pain : Pain normally resolves soon after treatment, but often can take some time. Also, if the treatment was started but not completed, this can take more time to heal.