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Question:
I have had sensitivity problems in #9 for about 1.5 yrs now. My dentist has looked at it and does not see a problem. I am still in pain. Often it hurts (nervy pain) when i'am just hanging out and not eating or drinking anything. I did get an NTI because I clench at night and i was clenching at the time the problem started. My dentist seems to think it will be ok but I am worried that my tooth may be cracked. I did the light test and the light does not pass thru at one particular angle. I am getting obsessed with this, particularly since it's a front tooth. I was told that upper incisors are the hardest to pull and that worries me. ...Visitor from PA

Answer:
Your having the NTI is very good; will keep stress off of the tooth at night.

Cracks are generally difficult to see, but pretty easy in front teeth. I would take the NTI to your dentist; maybe it is putting pressure on the tooth.

Also, ask him to check the bite and look with a light for fractures. Incisors are very easy to extract, but don't think you need to worry about this. Also, an x-ray and check for vitality to make sure the nerve is not affected will help to find answers.

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

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