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Originally Posted by Apex Paul
You know, there is something to be said for not having discomfort when you do something that should be so enjoyable as having a cold brew. (Beer through a straw?)
Was it the right decision? Only time will tell. It was a risk. There is some benefit to having nerves in your teeth. I know, none that you would probably think of, but believe me there are some. I think I would have preferred the RCT without a crown if possible since original tooth structure is always superior to anything artificial (including implants). There is not necessarily a need for a crown just because you get a root canal. It is predominantly the case because usually teeth need RCT because the tooth was decayed or fractured or there was periodontal involvement, but if it was a solid tooth you can just make a small access and git 'r done with some composite resin. If you have the skill 
Absolutely. That is the norm, I would say. I'm not afraid to tackle first molars, but if you don't have the skill to do a RCT quickly then it is costing you money to have the patient in the chair for too long. It is unfortunate to say that you must balance the care you provide with the fact that you are in a business. Dental hygienists and assistants won't work for free, I'm sure of that. |
If I drank it out of a bottle I could do ok, but a can, Yes, a straw.
But the RCs on my front teeth didn't require any crown. Just the root canal and packing. I kept the whole outer teeth.
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Originally Posted by Apex Paul
they "feel weird" because you have lost proprioception of the tooth. Teeth are actually held into your jaw by tiny little hairlike fibers, called the periodontal ligaments. These fibers let you know what is going on with your teeth. So, when you bite on something that is really hard it tells you "open up before you crack your damn tooth!"
Your teeth sound like they must be very sensitive. You could have thinner enamel than some, maybe bigger dentinal tubules, could be a lot of things. Bottom line, your teeth hurt. Have you tried a toothpaste that has potassium nitrate? Something like Sensodyne?
Next week I should be getting a sample of some new product from Colgate that is for sensitivity. I don't even know what it is yet. If you like I can send it to you and you can give it a shot to see if it helps.
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Thank you for the PM. I went out and got some Sensodyne yesterday evening. Time will tell I guess but if there's some better stuff coming, I'll damn sure take it. I've watched and listened to Bonnie chew ice for the passed 18 years and I'm amazed. I could never chew ice. It would hurt like hell. :(
I don't have to chew ice, but I'd like to use moushwash without putting it in the microwave. lol