Within an hour after cementation of cast gold onlay patient complains of shooting pain every time the teeth comes together Most probable explanation is ______________?

Correct answer: D. Galvanic current caused by gold onlay occluding with a large restoration

  • A. Supracocclusion of restoration
  • B. Retained cement in gingival sulcus
  • C. Excess acid in mix
  • D. Galvanic current caused by gold onlay occluding with a large restoration

Explanation

A sharp shooting pain whenever dissimilar metallic restorations contact can result from galvanic current, with saliva acting as the electrolyte. A supracontact more typically causes pain on biting from excessive occlusal force rather than an electric-like shock.

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