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Can I do self-cementing of permanent crown?
Query: Hello doctor, Earlier this year, I proactively got a root canal and crown for one of my back molars. The procedure went fine, but the Coronavirus hit before I was able to get the permanent crown installed as a last-step. My temporary crown is still in and functioning fine, and I was able to acquire... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Firstly, going without a permanent crown but with a temporary crown in place does not gonna cause any serious complications. To make this more clear, I would like to explain the need for a permanent crown a... Read Full »
I had a sharp pain in my root canal treated molar. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 53-year-old male. I have an irregular bite where contact occurs primarily on the back teeth. The last two molars on both sides have gold crowns. I also wear a mouthguard. About a week ago, I started having pain in the left last lower molar. When I went to the dentist, an X-ray s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. I would like first to tell you irrespective of the pain, you should not have taken so many tablets of Advil and Tylenol all at once in a day as only painkillers can worsen the infection instead of solving it. Pain... Read Full »
I have pain a month after root canal treatment. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I had a root canal done a month ago. It stopped hurting after treatment and started hurting again about a week ago. I have antibiotics that I started last night. What else should I do?Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have a few questions. Please answer them for a better understanding. Is the root canal procedure complete, or is it still ongoing? Has the cap or crown on the RCT (root canal treatment) treated tooth been placed or not? Someti... Read Full »
I have pain in my RC-treated tooth even after antibiotics. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had got a root canal done on my teeth. I had seven sittings to complete it. I am still having a dull pain. Sometimes I take mild pain killers. I took antibiotics for three days for this, but still, full pain is there. What can I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. First of all, I would like to know which tooth are you talking about? I would also like to see the X-ray if you have it with you. 2. I am sorry as it took long for your root canal procedure, did your dentist tell about any specific complication with your tooth?. ... Read Full »
Why did my tooth color change post-trauma?
Query: Hello doctor, When I was 11 years old, I was knocked off my bike and cracked my front tooth in half horizontally, shortly after the dentist fixed it. Since then I have had no problems with it and had multiple x-rays to check on it. When it happened, the color of the tooth changed very slightly, to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have been through your query and can understand your concern. Any trauma to the tooth generally has long-term consequences like tooth discoloration, etc. As you said that your tooth was fractured, it might have led to a slight injury to the pulp or even if not so, th... Read Full »
Why am I having pain in tooth in which I am currently getting root canal treatment?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been going to a dentist about a tooth that is sore. They started a root canal but then did not finish. I have gone back several times and every time they open up the tooth and insert medicine. My tooth is in agony right now. I am just wondering if this is a standard procedure ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The number of sittings in the root canal procedure depends on the amount and extent of infection. If the infection is more, the tooth is opened up and medicated dressing is given to reduce the infection and to kill the nerves. Antibiotics ... Read Full »
What treatment should I get for a cracked tooth?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a cracked tooth. It hurts me a lot for a week. Now, I can eat only on one side of the mouth. What can I do to get relief? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please say about the location of the cracked tooth. Please mention whether it is present in the front tooth or back tooth. If there is a pain, you can take Amoxycillin two tablets one at morning and night. You can also take Aceclopara (Aceclofenac with Paracetamol) for ... Read Full »
I have a shock-like sensation in my chin after an RCT. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, After an unsuccessful root canal, when I move my lips to the side, it feels like there is hair running from the chin up into the lip, and when I move it, it is as if there is a pull on it. It is a strange sensation I definitely did not have before. It is akin to a light electric shock. It... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I am sorry for the pain you are going through. It could be because of the introduction of foreign bodies like instruments and files during root canal treatment, and it could go away with time. It may often occur due to anesthetic needle i... Read Full »
I have tooth sensitivity to hot food. Do I need a root canal?
Query: Hi doctor, My dentist convinced me to replace my metal filling with a nonmetal filling. After doing it, I got sensitivity to hot food and liquid. Then I went to visit my dentist. She took an X-ray and said the filling (she replaced) was close to the nerve. She suggested a specialist. He told me tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query. If the X-ray shows that the filling or cavity is approximating or involving pulp, you will definitely need a root canal as just a filling will cause pain and infection in future. Maybe the doctor would have given a temporary filling just ... Read Full »
What could be the reason for my gum swelling?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female, 5.1 feet tall, and weighs 176 pounds. I have been experiencing swollen gums with extreme pain for approximately two days; the gum swelling lasted for four days. However, I did not take any medication, except for simply rinsing my mouth with saltwater. I have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It looks like there is a severe underlying infection, which should be treated as soon as possible. I would suggest you schedule a dental appointment soon. After an x-ray and abscess drainage (swelling), go for a root c... Read Full »