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A 28-year-old female asked:
I had a root canal last week top right wisdom tooth. it still hurts very badly when i chew down. there is no pain other than when i chew. this normal?
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Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Not Unusual: The tissues around that tooth may still be inflamed. That's why it hurts when you bite down. If the pain lasts more than a few days, see your treating dentist.
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Dr. Allen Zebrackanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Yes if high: yes it can especially if filling material is high or the tooth is cracked
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Dr. Charles Lockhartanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Not necessarily: are you on antibiotics? do you hit that tooth first on closing? Depending upon the severity of the infection you may need antibiotic coverage. Contact the dentist who performed the procedure and discuss or revisit.
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Dr. David Mjosanswered
46 years experience
Maybe normal: Why did you get a root canal on a wisdom tooth?
If you are not missing any other teeth in the arch, probably was unnecessary.
Possible explanations:
Tooth is cracked, which would require extraction.
Infection at apex of tooth which would cause discomfort during function
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 40 years experience
Not often: 'Thee root canal is used to remove the mostly necrotic tissue and nerve from the tooth which causes pain/swelling. Depending on amount of infection, the removal of pulpal tissue plus antibiotics will resolve the problem usually within 2 weeks.. Since you are still within that time frame, it is possible residual inflammation is still present. See your dentist if problem persists beyond 2 weeks
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The tooth may be cracked and causes pain on chewing. It is usually noted at time of root canal treatment but may be difficult to see if it is small or blocked from view due to tooth structure. Best to see your dentist for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Mar 24, 2018
Last updated Mar 24, 2018
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