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Sore gums months after a root canal. is this normal?
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Months, no: On going pain of any kind is not normal and should be thoroughly evaluated by your dentist. The cause of your sore gums may be a totally different problem that should be examined and addressed. See your dentist, do not delay.
Answered 9/5/2016
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Not normal: You can have some lingering soreness in the tooth following a root canal for several months until the bone and surrounding tissues heal. You may notice it when chewing. However, the gums around the tooth should not remain sore. There can be some related complications and other gingival diseases causing these symptoms. Consult with your dentist to determine the source of your problem.
Answered 3/6/2019
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Maybe: If your sore gum is localized to the area around the tooth that was treated, it's probably due to the pressure of the clamp that held the rubber dam in place around the tooth.
Answered 9/8/2018
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