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Kathryn C Delfs DDS

222 North La Salle Street Suite 230 = Chicago IL = 60601 = (312) 704-5511
 

Signs of endodontic disease
 

"Dr. Delfs, what are the most common symptoms of root canal disease?"
 

Endodontic disease can manifest itself with a wide variety and combination of symptoms. Common symptoms of endodontic disease include:

 

= Lingering sensitivity to cold liquids.
= Lingering sensitivity to hot liquids.
= Sensitivity to sweets.
= Pain to biting pressure.
= Pain that is referred from a tooth to another area, such as the neck, temple, or the ear.
= Spontaneous toothache, such as that experienced while reading, sleeping, etc.
= Constant or intermittent pain.
= Severe pain.
= Throbbing pain.
= Pain that may occur in response to atmospheric pressure changes, such as when flying or scuba diving.
= Pain that may occur in response to postural changes, such as when going from a standing to a reclining position.
= Swelling.
= Fever and Malaise in addition to any dental pain

 

 

 

 


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