Is sensitivity to hot foods/drinks always a sign that a root canal is needed?

Question

Could the sensitivity be caused by something else? Or am I doomed to need a root canal? This pain is coming from a tooth that was just filled in March!! Thanks so much :0)

Thanks for all the input so far! I've been using Crest Sensitivity for a little over a week and it has helped a little bit. I also sometimes get a sharp pain when I bite down on just one tooth. What could cause that? I know I've asked this question a couple of times...I just want to see what kind of answers I get until I see my dentist on the 7th!

Answer 1

no, It just means your food/drink is to hot to eat

Answer 2

Root canals are a waste of money. I know at least 30 people that had root canals and not 1 of them has the tooth or teeth that they had the canal done on still in their mouth, and that was only after 3 years.

Answer 3

Sensitivity to hot and cold does not always mean a root canal is needed..of course you should seek an opinion from your Dental professional. Sometimes when I have had some fillings etc I have sensitivity too .

Answer 4

It could just be tooth sensitivity. Doesn't necessarily mean you need a root canal. But if you just had this tooth repaired in March, I'd see your dentist to find out what's going on.

Answer 5

No. My front teeth are very sensitive to cold things. Even cold air. You don't need a root canal.

You can get special toothpaste that helps with sensitive teeth.

Answer 6

I don't think so. Whenever I have something hot to eat or drink then somthing cold, it hurts.
Try Sensodyne toothpaste for a while, if it doesn't go away then talk to your dentist.

Answer 7

No

Answer 8

NO