Phantom Tooth Syndrome

Phantom Tooth Syndrome

Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment

Signs and Symptoms

Phantom tooth syndrome can cause significant, persistent pain in the teeth that may last for months and even years. The severity of pain can vary and it may occur by itself or is triggered by something, such as hot, cold or a light touch. In many instances, pain starts after a patient has had a dental procedure, such as a root canal or filling. In addition, the tooth may even be extracted and can continue to hurt as if it were still there. Also, in an attempt to treat to the pain, many patients undergo additional unnecessary dental procedures.

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated May 23, 2007