I had a filling that needed to be replaced (told this in a routine dental check up), so I had it replaced. The dentist seemed to have a very hard time drilling out the composit used to fill the tooth with originally. He commented several times that the composit was really hard and he was really drilling away.
Would the fact that the composit was really hard be the reason the tooth is still sensitive after three weeks? Or is there something else wrong? I am afraid if I ask about it, the dentist will say I need a root canal--anyone had anything similar?
Thanks!
2007-03-19 14:12:07 · 6 answers · asked by ScarlettDiva 1 in Health ➔ Dental
You know it, something is wrong!
If the tooth with the old filling did not bother you -
why did you let the dentist replace it? Because
he said so? Never let any dentist fix what is not broken.
With all that hard drilling he probably drilled to close to
the nerve and that is what is bothering you now.
Root canal is your next step. Than the expensive crown.
Minimum $800. Good money for the dentist.
My dentist wanted to remove an old crown once, just
to see, I told him "no". The crown was fine and I didn't
have any problems with it. I still have the old crown in
my mouth and it is still fine. And I have the money.
Don't be afraid to say "NO" when there is nothing wrong.
2007-03-19 14:31:15 · answer #1 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Two possible answers:
1. The filling could be too high or out of adjustment. You can tell this if it seems as if the tooth in question seems to be "hitting" before all other teeth when you bite. If so you can return to your dentist to "adjust your occlusion".
2. Sometime cavities are so deep that the filling is so close the the pulp or the nerve of the tooth. If this is the case... you may need a root canal. Your dentist should have capped the pulp. Ask. You can always have your filling replaced. But with each time you have the chance of irritating the pulp.
When the nerve of a tooth dies. There is no other option but to get a root canal (removing dead nerve from a tooth).
or removing the tooth itself. Good luck.
2007-03-19 14:31:18 · answer #2 · answered by geno1581 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may take up to eight weeks for the zing of cold not to bother it. I think the old composite has nothing to do with it. The decay under a filling insulates the nerve. Filling materials are good conductors and they can make you sensitive for awhile. If you are having more than just mild cold discomfort, have the dentist check to see if the filling is okay. Sometimes it is just a mm high and they polish it. Takes 2 seconds. If they used a matrix band , your gum could still be sore . Use warm salt water rinse 3 times a day, or maybe you have a bit a flash- excess filling material - that is digging you. Floss- don't worry it is an immediate root canal. Unless he told you he could see the nerve, you're probably okay
2007-03-19 14:22:59 · answer #3 · answered by Oneria2006 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a similar problem ( a really, really deep filling) and it hurt for weeks afterwards (and i mean HURT). I eventually ended up getting a root canal and no tooth pain now!
The root canal was really not that bad.
2007-03-19 14:22:11 · answer #4 · answered by morningstaar321 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had that done 2 years ago and it is still sensitive,i cant even chew gum on it,and yes it is because it needs root canal.That is what my dentist told me last time i complained.I have not done the root canal yet,i have learned to tolorate the pain,i also try to avoid chewing on it.
2007-03-19 14:23:56 · answer #5 · answered by just me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something is wrong and the dentist messed it up. These idiots are always trying to fix what isn't a problem. I hope that wasn't the case here.
2007-03-19 14:18:38 · answer #6 · answered by Neil L 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋