Sorry to hear about your 7 months of problems. Although you don''''t have any history of TMJ problems, it is entirely possible that you had an underlying problem that the replacement filling brought to the surface. So, first you should make sure the filling is the correct height and shape. Even if it is only slightly off, it can affect your entire bite. Second, have your jaw joint evaluated by someone familiar with TMJ treatment to rule out TMJ disorders. FInally, if the grinding has become a habit, have a night appliance made to break the habit and protect your other teeth from damage.

Best of luck to you,

It may be that there was an underlying condition with the joint that has been triggered by this filling, or it may be that the filling itself is simply too high. Either way, I''''d recommend a full evaluation by a doctor with training and experience in this type of bite work.

We would be happy to check the tooth out for you if you like at our office. Have you had the filling removed and replaced? Are you under any recent stress that could be causing you to start grinding your teeth? Most people don''''t grind their whole life, something usually stimulates the occurence and at times, people tend to grind more. Are you having any pain with the tooth other than bite? Have you had the nerve evaluated by an endodontist to see if the nerve is vital or inflamed or non-vital?