Hello doctor,Two months ago, I had a root canal done on a lower molar by a general dentist. I have put off getting a crown on it for now to evaluate its healing. Last week, I noticed hot food causes a sensitive feeling coming from that area whereas the week before, I had pain in my jaw area. I am not sure if it was caused by the wisdom tooth, root canal or me grinding my teeth at night as they are all on the same side. I have X-rays of when the root canal was done and the more recent one that was taken after. I am not sure if the infection is still visible from the X-ray. Do I need another re-root treatment? Any thoughts on the X-ray? I have noticed that the darkness around that tooth is still visible. Does that mean the infection is still present?
Hello. I have seen the files and gone through them (attachment removed to protect patient identity). For more information consult an endodontist online -->