Hello!
At the beginning of October I had a procedure (placement of an implant in the upper left canine region), and since that procedure the adjacent lateral incisor has been very sensitive. It is sensitive only to touch, not to changes such as hot or cold. I would like to know whether this could be a consequence of the procedure or whether the enamel may have been damaged during it. I also feel pressure when I bend forward. The X-ray report was normal. Thank you for your answer and kind regards!

Dear Sir/Madam!

Given that the X-ray showed no abnormalities, it would be difficult to conclude that the cause of the pain is the implant placement procedure itself or the position of the implant. Pain when bending forward suggests inflammation of the mucosa in the paranasal sinus, which could be a consequence of the surgical procedure (the implant is positioned in the immediate vicinity of the sinus wall or in the sinus cavity itself). The pain in the lateral incisor is therefore probably indirectly related to the implant, as inflammation in the paranasal sinus can influence inflammation of the periodontal ligament of the lateral incisor. The changes are most likely temporary and will resolve spontaneously; if not, please see the surgeon or visit us.

Have a nice day!