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I have pain in the tooth even after it is filled. What is wrong with it?

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Hello doctor,

I went to the dentist three weeks ago and had some pain in my top molar and there turned out to be a cavity which I had filled and fixed but a few days later I started to feel the same pain in the tooth and went back to the dentist and he said he could not find anything wrong. I have this flap feeling on the top tooth and it is causing discomfort and pain to that area but nobody can tell me what is wrong with it. I think I may have a crack or some type of nerve ending there and it is really bothering me.
Answered by Dr. Akhil K P

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Dr. Akhil K Padmanabhan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with nine years of clinical experience. He is committed to providing optimal oral healthcare through advanced techniques and personalized treatment. His key areas of interest include laser gum surgeries, implantology, preventive care, and accurate diagnosis of dental conditions. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Padmanabhan ensures effective treatment outcomes while emphasizing long-term oral health and overall well-being for his patients.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. The possible causes of pain in your teeth which are filled could be multiple.

  1. It can be due to a filling which is too close to the pulp (the live portion of the tooth).
  2. A restoration which irritates the pulp.
  3. An overfilled restoration.
  4. An improper filling in which the infection was not completely removed before filling.
  5. The reason could also be something which is not related to your current treatment at all like a periodontal pocket or a crack in your teeth too.

A thorough checkup is required to reach a right diagnosis. However, if you find your current dentist is not able to help you out, visit another local dentist and tell your concerns. If you have an X-ray of the tooth, please upload it and I can help you rule out some of the causes.

Answered by Dr. Akhil K P
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 16, 2018
Reviewed At February 8, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Akhil K Padmanabhan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with nine years of clinical experience. He is committed to providing optimal oral healthcare through advanced techniques and personalized treatment. His key areas of interest include laser gum surgeries, implantology, preventive care, and accurate diagnosis of dental conditions. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Padmanabhan ensures effective treatment outcomes while emphasizing long-term oral health and overall well-being for his patients.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Akhil K Padmanabhan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with nine years of clinical experience. He is committed to providing optimal oral healthcare through advanced techniques and personalized treatment. His key areas of interest include laser gum surgeries, implantology, preventive care, and accurate diagnosis of dental conditions. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Padmanabhan ensures effective treatment outcomes while emphasizing long-term oral health and overall well-being for his patients.

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