A member asked:

Just had a temp bridge done today and the tooth extracted was done years ago and i had a rooth canal done 3 weeks ago with no pain after. extreme pain?

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Bridge pain: Youe are having extreme pain after having teeth prepared for a bridge. It is common to have some discomfort but extreme pain is unusual and they are a few things that can cause this. Call your dentist asap about this. They are best able to help,you since they know the circumstancesand your mouth.

Answered 5/12/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: Many factors can lead to root canal failure, as the root canal system of your tooth can be complex. See your dentist for consultation and x-rays.

Answered 5/19/2015

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Contact dentist: Contact your dentist, have the dentist take an x-ray of the area and check for any fractures or other sequeli prior to the fabrication of the permanent bridge.

Answered 5/18/2015

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Pain in root canal ?: Could be a fracture if a post was placed or a recurrent infection. have the dentist and/or endodontist re-evaluate the area before proceeding.

Answered 5/18/2015

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Pain: If you are in pain you must return to your Dentist for immediate evaluation and care. It may be as simple as the temporary being slightly to "high," or as complex as an infected tooth. Please call your Dentist.

Answered 11/28/2017

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