What causes pain and pressure in the RC-treated tooth?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I did a root canal on the upper first molar tooth before three weeks. I had sensitivity towards cold and sweets for years. The tooth was slightly loose. So I did a root canal on it. The second sitting was done before a week. I started to have pressure on the tooth after two days. I consulted the dentist, and he told me that the seal has got broken. The doctor said to me that the tooth should be pain-free for a weekend to have a fixing over it. But, I had more pain than before doing a root canal. The pain was terrible. Now, I have pain, pressure and it hurts even for a light pressure on the tooth. I do not have sensitivity. Now, it has been two days, and still, I have pain over the tooth. Please help.
Hi,
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You have an infection still lingering in your tooth undergoing root canal treatment. It causes pain. Your dentist should place a calcium hydroxide dressing in the tooth, and it disinfects the canals. A course of antibiotics should be given. Also, the tooth should be trimmed to avoid contact with opposite jaw tooth. If the pain does not get better, get an X-ray done and upload it to me. So that, I can advise you appropriately.
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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