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What Causes Shooting Pain After Restoring The Teeth?

hey m doin BDS now in 3rd year....my question is dat.....i got my cavity fiiled wid GIC few months ago cos i had experienced sharpshooting momentary pain on mastication .. the same is continued after gettin the tooth restored,,wat could be the possible causes for this???????
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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Hello,
Common causes for post filling sensitivity:
High bite - needs adjustment
Close to nerve - hypersensitivity may decrease with time, reduce use and extreme temperatures, use toothpaste for sensitive teeth, fluoride rinses
abscess - bacteria into nerve, requires root canal therapy
cracked tooth or root - X-ray, observation, treatment options depend on extent of fracture
Look for swelling, increased pressure and hot sensitivity for an indication of infection. Mobility can indicate a fracture or infection. Monitor and report your symptoms to your dentist. Take some anti-inflammatory medication such as tylenol or advil to reduce discomfort from the initial possible discomfort due to the dental procedure. Cold sensitivity is less of a concern and time may reduce sensitivity. Check that filling did not chip or crack.
Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you will start to feel better soon.
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What Causes Shooting Pain After Restoring The Teeth?

Hello, Common causes for post filling sensitivity: High bite - needs adjustment Close to nerve - hypersensitivity may decrease with time, reduce use and extreme temperatures, use toothpaste for sensitive teeth, fluoride rinses abscess - bacteria into nerve, requires root canal therapy cracked tooth or root - X-ray, observation, treatment options depend on extent of fracture Look for swelling, increased pressure and hot sensitivity for an indication of infection. Mobility can indicate a fracture or infection. Monitor and report your symptoms to your dentist. Take some anti-inflammatory medication such as tylenol or advil to reduce discomfort from the initial possible discomfort due to the dental procedure. Cold sensitivity is less of a concern and time may reduce sensitivity. Check that filling did not chip or crack. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope you will start to feel better soon.