A root canal can save an infected or damaged tooth, but the tooth may not feel completely normal right away. You may notice soreness when biting, pressure around the tooth, or a different response to hot and cold. Most root canal side effects are linked to short-term healing or to removing the pulp inside the...
You may first notice the edges of your front teeth looking flat, uneven, or shorter than before. Some people also develop sensitivity, small chips, jaw tightness, or repeated damage to fillings without realizing that teeth grinding may be the cause. Teeth worn down by grinding can often be repaired. Lost enamel does not grow back,...