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Cause of nerve pain flossing around a root canaled/temp tooth? have no infection/fracture. never had pain prior to the crown/root canal procedures.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Inflammation: The gum tissue around that tooth may be inflamed. Flossing should keep it clean and eventually alleviate the sensitivity. Brush twice a day, too.

Answered 2/15/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: The gum tissue around the temp is inflamed and infected. See your dentist for temporary crown adjustment.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 7/13/2015

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A member asked:

Cause of nerve pain flossing around a root canaled/temp tooth? have no infection/fracture. never had pain prior to the crown/root canal procedures.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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