Tooth pain goes away after pressing down on it?

Conrad3000

Hi all.

One of my bottom left molars is causing some issue, namely pain. Half of it has filling in it and the other (half) is just what's left of the original.

If I apply pressure downwards on the remaining part of the molar, the pain is reduced by about 90%. The thing is, it may come back again. Anyone know what the cause is and whether there's a permanent solution to the problem?

I don't really want to go for an extraction since I've already had 2 right molars removed a few months ago.

Thanks.

Billy_B_North

Pressing on something painful very often reduces pain. The brain interprets the two signals differently to one, which is why we often hold an injury to make it feel better.
You need to have a professional have a look. A dentist, preferably.

Toothsmith

You need to go and see a dentist.
Tooth pain comes from inflammation creating pressure which is felt as pain. Putting gentle but persistent pressure on the tooth forces the tissue fluid causing the pressure back into the tissues thus reducing the pressure from them. This relief is only very temporary though, and likely to only be effective for quite a short time if things are getting worse. 

Get to the dentist for proper diagnosis of what is wrong, and to get it sorted out properly.