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Question:
Crowns causing Sensitive Teeth? I have two porcelain crowns and I need yet another.
The latest crown which I have had for 2 years is still very sensitive to cold and heat. It hurts sometimes to chew even gum on it.
The oldest crown doesn't bother me as much, but does ache after I eat something that chills my entire mouth, like ice cream.
My fear is that my entire mouth will hurt if I let him do yet another crown. When I ask him why they hurt, he says he doesn't know why!? Do you think they were done incorrectly, or is this a normal reaction for a tooth with a crown? ...Visitor from MI
Answer:
Porcelain Crowns and for that matter any crown or filling should not be sensitive at all after it is completed.
Sometimes they may be sensitive for a short period of time because the nerve may be inflammed. But, this sensitivity should go away quickly and most of the time not be present at all.
With that said, and hearing how you have crowns that are beyond a little sensitive, we have to entertain that something is wrong.
Yes, it is possible that there is a problem with the dental care and perhaps the crowns are flawed in how they fit, how they were cemented or how the bite or occlusion was completed. It takes a very skilled dentist to give sensitive free care.
It is possible that simply replacing the crowns can render you pain free. It is also possible that the crowns were done perfectly but the nerve in the tooth is permanently inflammed and needs to be removed.
Heat sensitivity is an indication that the nerve is compromised. Bite sensitivity in an indication that the occlusion is off.
The bottom line is that you should get completely comfortable before doing another crown and perhaps you could be a little more assertive and informative with your dentist. Most of the time if they really know how you feel, they will take appropriate action on your behalf.
Editorial Staff
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