Dental pins can potentially cause pain, although it's not always the case.
Here's a breakdown:
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Why pins are used: When a tooth doesn't have enough structure to hold a filling, dental pins are used to help anchor the filling material.
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The potential for pain: According to dental information, there's a risk that drilling for the pin placement can get too close to the tooth's nerve. If this happens, it can cause pain and may even lead to the need for root canal treatment. (01-Sept-2021)
Therefore, while dental pins are helpful in restoring teeth, the procedure does carry a risk of causing pain if the pin is placed too close to the nerve.
