Have you ever considered how different life might be without teeth?

For as much as we use our pearly whites for basically everything, it’s often not until they cause us pain, that we stop to realize how important our teeth are. A dental crown restores teeth that are compromised and are quite common. They can improve the appearance of a tooth as well as make it stronger, however, like natural teeth, they can cause pain for various reasons.

What are the causes of dental crown pain?

When things go wrong, there are various ways that dentists, can improve our teeth- from braces to root canals, dental crowns to veneers. And when things go wrong with those, aka they start to give you pain, then it’s really time to get serious.

Dental crown pain is not uncommon, and doesn’t necessarily mean you have a botched crown, but there are a few things you should know.

Causes of dental crown pain

A dental crown is meant to help you, not harm you, so when they do cause pain, it’s time to get serious.

Your tooth crown might cause pain for several different reasons. For example, if your crown was put on without having a complete root canal procedure done beforehand, this means the tooth pulp might not have been completely removed, and therefore put pressure on a traumatized nerve.

Another cause could be teeth grinding. Especially for those whose bite is not entirely lined up and perfect, if you grind your teeth at night, this automatically puts pressure on certain areas of the teeth, making them painful and sensitive. Your crown pain could also be from old fillings, specifically those made of silver, which may have bacteria leaking into the nerve.

Symptoms of dental crown pain

Like any other tooth pain, once your dental crown starts to hurt, there’s no mistaking it. Some of the symptoms may include sensitive or irritated teeth especially when chewing. As mentioned above this is typically an indicator that a root canal was done poorly or still needs to be done.

Other symptoms may include throbbing pain and aching gums. If you’re a teeth grinder these may also occur at night.

Treatment for dental crown pain

Once you experience dental crown pain, there’s only one thing on your mind: how do I make it stop? First thing to do is call a dentist and get it checked out.

Treatment will differ depending on your unique teeth. For example, if you’re a teeth grinder and don’t know it, you’ll first want to get it diagnosed. After it is confirmed, pain from your dental crown caused by grinding can be remedied by mouth guards and potentially reducing stress before bed. You may also relax the jaw with a warm, moist washcloth on your cheeks before sleep.

For generic pain or pain caused by bacteria, the treatment is simple: brush and floss regularly with a reliable, extra-strength toothpaste and other teeth products. Your dentist will have several suggestions and depending on the cause of the pain, it may require medicine such as antibiotics.

Lastly, if those remedies don’t seem to be enough it’s time to see your dentist. Home remedies are great, but no one can live with excruciating dental crown pain. Make an appointment as soon as possible and explain to your dentists your symptoms, and what treatments you’ve tried.

Whether you need a new crown altogether or a different procedure, reliving the pain is worth every poke, prod, and needle. Dr. Sedki at Sedki Dentistry Commerce MI can help you with all your dental health concerns. As a full-service dental clinic, with services including cosmetic dentistry, children’s dentistry, gum rejuvenation for gum recession and more, Dr. Sedki is trained and skilled in the latest dental technology with state-of-the-art technology.

Taking care of your teeth whether you have dental crowns or other restorative treatments is a must. Proper oral health habits daily are the foundation to a healthy mouth and smile. Call Sedki Dentistry today for a Free Dental Consult!