Question:
I'm 2.5 weeks post-op and my teeth hurt all the time. Why?

   — Janice P. (posted on February 4, 2002)

February 3, 2002
Janice....this is just a thought, but are your sinuses bothering you? A sinus infection can make your teeth hurt. Whenever I get one, my teeth always give it away first.
   — Monica H.

February 3, 2002
Hi! My teeth hurt when I was in the hospital, I think I was clenching them really hard when I slept- my pain killers weren't working well. Anyway, maybe you are doing that?? I know stress can make you clench/grind your teeth too. Just a thought... Hope it gets better!
   — Angela B.

February 4, 2002
I found this happened to me early post-op. I thought it was from chewing so much. It was the same feeling I got when I chewed gum for a long time. If it's that sort of pain you're referring to, rest assured it gets better! Good Luck!
   — Deborah W.

February 4, 2002
This is very interesting- I have developed this problem, too. It feels as though my fillings have become hyper-sensitive and I have wondered if I clench my teeth while asleep. If so, it is a new issue. I have had a lot of dental work since surgery- a third root canal since August. I take vitamins and am eating almost normally, but my mouth is definitely more sensitive and uncomfortable.
   — michelle R.