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Sensitive Teeth Ask The Dentist Corinne Scalzitti

Question:
Bite problem: I had a full set of crowns placed about 8 months ago.

These were made of lithium disilicate. Most of the teeth are fine but the 2 back upper and lower molars on both sides are painful when I chew food, especially hard food, and they are cold sensitive as well.

I have been going to the dentist weekly to try to solve the problem but she seems to be at a loss as to why it is still painful. Could an improper bite be causing these problems and how can I tell if my bite is correct? ...Visitor from TX

Answer:
My guess is that the bite is causing your problems.

It could also be that the nerves are affected by the bite pressure over several months.

I would suggest that you seek a second opinion with somebody who routinely does large restorative cases to evaluate your bite and your sensitivity.

Corinne Scalzitti, DMD, MAGD
Austin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
3900 RR 620 South
Austin, Texas TX 78738
(512) 263-3330

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