"torque-ing" tooth?

[snarkyredhead]

I had a bridge put in one week ago, and for the first few days it was fine. Started hurting Saturday morning, and by Sunday night, however, all hell broke loose, and the pain was absolutely unbearable. Had to live on Lortabs.

Went to the dentist Tuesday, and he thinks that the front abutment tooth is being "torqued" by the bridge, since the tooth itself is -slightly- crooked. My teeth are relatively straight, and i never had braces or anything, so this is a totally new pain.

Does anyone have any experience with this? Does the pain go away? Should I have the bridge removed and re-done?

I have another appointment with the dentist tomorrow, and would appreciate any input possible.

[dentalgirl]

Is the bite ok? Or does it hurt when you bite down? Ask your dentist to check this. Pain is not usually normal on a bridge, but you could be the exception. If the tooth does not feel better soon ask to replace the bridge with a new one. Hopefully you dont require a root canal on the tooth. Baby that baby.

[yourdoneandover]

A new dentist might be a good idea if he didn't suggest a new bridge himself, your teeth werent hurting until he put the bridge in, so it is his fault. Don't let him charge you to fix it if you possible can. Good luck.