Should my tooth be throbbing after a crown?

Key takeaways. You might experience some discomfort after having a crown placed, but after a couple of weeks, it shouldn’t hurt. Infections, cavities, fractured teeth, or other issues may be the cause of your pain. If your toothache doesn’t go away, see a dentist, so you can figure out what’s going on.

Why is my dental crown throbbing?

Your tooth’s nerve may be inflamed In some cases, the pain you associate with your crown is not related to your crown, but to the roots of your tooth. Advanced tooth infections can cause the pulp (nerve) of a tooth to become damaged and inflamed.

How long do temporary crowns hurt?

Sore Gums – Depending on how naturally sensitive your gums are, you may feel a temporary discomfort after the crown placement procedure. This discomfort shouldn’t last more than 2 weeks. If it does continue past the allotted time, we recommend contacting your dentist and being seen again so they can fix the issue.

Why does my temporary crown hurt so much?

Crown doesn’t fit properly Temporary crowns don’t usually fit your tooth precisely. A crown that’s too high may result in increased pain and pressure when you bite down. If your bite doesn’t feel right, you might adjust your jaw position to compensate, which could cause further pain and bite issues.

Should my temporary crown hurt?

But it’s not uncommon to have a bit of lingering pain soon after the procedure is done, particularly if you’re still wearing a temporary crown. Fortunately, the pain usually goes away on its own within a few weeks, but there are some great at-home options you can use in the meantime.

What helps with temporary crown pain?

To help alleviate this discomfort, we recommend a warm salt water rinse. A warm salt water rinse is composed of one teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water. You will want to swish this mixture around inside your mouth, over your gums, then spit.

Is it normal for temporary crowns to hurt?

In addition to general tooth pain, you may also experience some tooth sensitivity to temperature, sweets, or biting. This is completely normal and will usually dissipate within a few days following your procedure. If it continues beyond a few days, you will want to call our office for further instruction.

How do I know if my temporary crown is infected?

Infection

  1. Redness at or around the site of the crown placement.
  2. Swelling of the gums or jaw around the area that now has the crown.
  3. Tenderness or pain around the crown.
  4. Unusual warmth that you only feel in one area of your mouth and is unrelated to any hot food or drink that you may have just had.

Is it OK to brush a temporary crown?

The most important question: Can temporary crowns be brushed or flossed? Yes. You can brush and floss your teeth. Be advised that these are not as durable as their permanent counterparts therefore, careful brushing and flossing is needed.

Should my tooth hurt with temporary crown?

Can temporary crown cause pain?

It’s not uncommon for your temporary tooth crown to hurt soon after your procedure. It may be sensitive to hot and cold templates, so be sure to avoid this when eating and drinking, especially for the first week. Again, however, pain should not last more than two weeks and should b getting better with every day.