what's wrong with my tooth?

Question

2 yrs ago a small section of my tooth came away without decay it was filled, filling just fell out 4 weeks ago and had it refilled. I had a sharp pain that disapeared quick when pressure was released it was too high and dentist grinded it down now I dont feel anything when I clench my teeth together however when I chew hard food in between I get the sharp pain in that tooth again that quickly goes away, does it need grinding down a little further or is there something else wrong?

The first filling that was there Originally didn't give me any trouble whatsoever, it was only when I had it replaced

Answer 1

If the pain goes away quickly, that is "reversible pulpitis" - a $6.00 word for "This tooth does NOT need a root canal!" (everybody cheer!)

A cracked tooth will hurt severly when you bite down, & hot and cold will be no fun either.

You may need the bite adjusted again, or the tooth may be starting to crack.

Need to see your DDS - I hope it hasn't been 2 years since you last saw one.

Answer 2

You probably haven't had a root canal, Your teeth have nerves, sensitivity is a common problem with fillings and caps because the tooth has bean grind-ed down your nerves are closer to the surface and easily bothered by pressure or temp. changes. You will be fine but if it bugs you too much a root canal will make it all better, promise

Answer 3

Sounds like the tooth could be cracked, which could mean you need a crown. But if it is too high you could have bruised the ligament around the tooth causing it to hurt. Best to be checked by your dentist there are couple of different things he can do to determine what is needed.

Answer 4

Sounds like you might me a good candidate for a root canal.

Answer 5

Go to a dentist

Answer 6

ooooooooooouuuuccccchhhhhhh!!! root canal time!!!!