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Why do I have increased pain and pressure in the tooth after undergoing root canal treatment?

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Published At June 28, 2017
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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.

Answered by Dr. Honey Nandwani

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

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!

Dr. Honey Nandwani
Dr. Honey Nandwani

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