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Mysterious Tooth Pain

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Bergey
Bergey

I was diagnosed with PMR Dec 2014 and am in second round of course of Prednisone after symptoms returned upon completion of first.  Presently on DSNS method transitioning to 3 mg. and am feeling well over all. About 6 weeks ago developed an intermittent ache in last two upper molars but only upon biting down.  Both have old root canals.  My dentist, who I have made aware of my long term Prednisone use, took XRays and examined my mouth and can find nothing wrong.  His opinion is that my sinus cavity dips low near the roots and perhaps my sinuses are causing the pain.

it comes then goes away for a few days, then returns.   I am beginning to wonder if perhaps there is an upper jaw problem, caused by Prednisone, that may have not been apparent on the XRay.  Has anyone else had a similar experience?

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  • Handbrake
    Handbrake Bergey

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    Hi Bergey, like you I started with PMR in 2004 and after 8 months of prednisolone experienced similar issue with my upper back molars.Dentist noticed bone loss on X Ray and suggested I gave root canal treatment a try first and if that didn't work he'd take them out. I'm so glad I did as I've had no problem since and I have now been off prednisolone for 4+ months.

    hope you get sorted

  • Bergey
    Bergey

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    Thank you to all for your helpful comments and suggestions.  My rheumatologist has scheduled an MRI and I will let you know how things turn out.
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