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What is the cause for toothache after eating?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 23 year old female. A few weeks earlier, I had tooth pain after eating. Yesterday, I had acute pain in the tooth. I have attached the OPG scan for your reference. I would like to know, from the OPG, what is your opinion about the extent of decay? And also I would like to know about the possible diagnosis.

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Shwetha. K. Shetty

Education:

BDS

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Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

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Hi,

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Before I answer, I would like to point out a few issues here. You have not mentioned the location of your tooth pain, whether it is on the right or left side. The right and left indicators on the orthopantomography (OPG) are not visible on the scanned image. So, I am going to describe the findings as I see it. To my right and left, I can see there is decay in two upper molar teeth. An upper third tooth is from my right and the upper third tooth is from my left. The decay in the upper right first molar appears to be deep.

Depending on the symptoms, if you have acute pain that is unchanged, persistent, and disturbs your sleep, then the tooth will require root canal treatment (RCT). This is because the nerve of the tooth (pulp) has been involved in the decay. If the RCT is started right away, the tooth can be saved. The decay in the upper left molar tooth is moderately deep and can be filled if you get it done right away. If delayed, then the decay is likely to progress and involve the nerve of the tooth (pulp), then root canal treatment would be the only option to save the tooth.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At March 7, 2016
Reviewed At September 30, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Toothache after eating often points to dental decay. Understanding the depth of decay helps determine the best treatment, from fillings to root canal therapy.

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Dr. Shwetha. K. Shetty

Dentistry

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Shwetha K. Shetty is a skilled Dentist specializing in Oral Medicine and Radiology, with expertise in diagnosing complex oral diseases, managing orofacial pain, and interpreting dental radiographs and imaging. She focuses on early detection of oral cancers, TMJ disorders, and mucosal conditions. Dr. Shetty is committed to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized care to ensure optimal oral health and patient well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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