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Dentistry - Injury to Front Teeth
Expert: Gary Backlund, DMD, MSD - 10/30/2009
Question
6 months ago I fell and injured my right front tooth and the tooth next to it. They were very slightly pushed back and bled from the gumline. They were manually pushed into correct position and didn't need to be splinted. My dentist x-rayed them and said they looked okay and would tighten up over time. I had a check up 2 months after that and x-rays showed they were still fine (and tightened up). However, I have continued to have an odd sensation that the teeth are having pressure applied to them. It is not very painful, and they are not overly sensitive to hot or cold. But if I run my tongue along the back of those two teeth, there is a uncomfortable sensation. Does this indicate a problem or is it just part of the healing process?
Answer
Hi Stephanie,
I'm sorry to hear you had that accident. Anytime teeth are traumatized, they need to be watched VERY closely. Your symptoms could be just normal healing or you could be having something going on. It's really hard for me to tell without examining you. Most general dentists don't see much trauma in their practices so are often not up on latest diagnosis and treatment. I would suggest that you ask for a referral to an endodontist for an evaluation....we specialize in dealing with trauma as well as doing root canals. It would be worth the price of the examination just for the peace of mind.
I would also refer you to www.aae.org, which is our national organization website. There is a lot of information there for patients in regard to tooth trauma.
I hope this helps.
Gary Backlund DMD, MSD
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