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Is It Normal For The Teeth To Go Numb Before A Root Canal?

I had trauma to my two front upper main teeth, the dentist said I will need a root canal on both and am awaiting the appointment next week. The teeth seem some what numb to touch and was wondering if this is normal.

any help would be appreciated thanks!
Tue, 29 Apr 2014
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thanks for your query, i have gone through your query, the teeth might have lost its life, that might be giving a numb feeling. usually teeth will lose its life after trauma. so get it root canal treated. if the numbness in the lip or cheek is present then consult a oral physician to rule out nerve injury. i hope my answer will help you. take care
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Is It Normal For The Teeth To Go Numb Before A Root Canal?

thanks for your query, i have gone through your query, the teeth might have lost its life, that might be giving a numb feeling. usually teeth will lose its life after trauma. so get it root canal treated. if the numbness in the lip or cheek is present then consult a oral physician to rule out nerve injury. i hope my answer will help you. take care