Question 1

can a dental filling cause your teeth to feel sensitive afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: Usually for a short time only. Like a cut in the skin, it is normal to be tender for a couple of days until it heals. Deep fillings and cracked teeth can be highly sensitive (esp. To ice/cold) and may need further care. Sensitivity that lasts should be evaluated by your dentist. Root canal therapy can alleviate painful pulpal problems.

Question 2

can a high dental filling cause swelling of the gums & tooth sensitivity? if so & not fixed promptly what problems can arise? thanks

Accepted Answer

Yes: But so can extrusion of the opposing tooth, gum disease, dental abscess, root fracture, and other possibilities. Please see your Dentist for appropriate examination, imaging, and tests in order to determine cause of your problem and appropriate treatment.

Question 3

how do you put in a dental filling in a 3 year old?

Accepted Answer

Very carefully: True but just joking.  Best way is probably going to a pedodontist or a family dentist that works well with young children.  Many times happy gas or some type of mild sedative is wise to calm your child.  These early experiences will affect their aprehensions for a life time.  Make sure it is as comfortable and unstressful as possible, but if there is a cavity it is necessary to get it taken care.

Question 4

for anesthesia in dental filling work how long will it subside?

Accepted Answer

1 hour +/-: If you are talking about a local anesthetic, it will last from about 30 minutes to 3 or 4 hours depending on the type.

Question 5

will it be okay to drink the night before getting a dental filling?

Accepted Answer

In moderation: Alcohol in excess can interfere with the effectiveness of local anesthetic.  If you drink too much you may have trouble getting completely numb for your procedure.

Question 6

how to deal with nerve pain after dental filling?

Accepted Answer

Dental pain: A consultation with a neurologist that deals with pain management would be the best route to go. In more severe cases like trigeminal neuralgia there are specific medications that can be proscribed.

Question 7

does getting a root canal involve getting a dental filling?

Accepted Answer

Yes: After a root canal, your tooth will at the very least need to have a filling placed to close the access hole where the root canal was done.  In back teeth, a crown is also needed to ensure that the tooth will not break when the root canal is finished.

Question 8

when is it safe to do a dental filling when pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Dental Care: As a general rule of thumb routine cleanings and minor treatment is perfectly safe during pregnancy. Unless you are in a high risk situation you should have no worries. The concern is if treatment is delayed and an infection occurs, complications may arise. Discuss your concerns with your OBGYN and dentist.

Question 9

normal to have minor aches and pains in the teeth after a dental filling?

Accepted Answer

Very normal: Yes, it's very normal to have some sensitivity, aches, etc following the placement of a dental filling.  Sometimes it just lasts a few hours, sometimes a few days and very infrequently, even longer.   The larger and the deeper the filling, the more likely you will experience these feelings.  If it doesn't subside or if it gets worse, call your dentist for an evaluation or adjustment.

Question 10

hi there i was wondering if it's ok to have a dental filling whilst suffering with severe hayfever and sneezing a lot ??

Accepted Answer

If sick: Whether or not to have a filling while suffering with any type of cold, allergy etc. us up to two individuals. You the patient if you think you are up to it and would be able to undergo treatment without impairing the ability of the dentist to perform adequately (or better yet at top proficiency); and if your dentist is willing to treat you or prefers to wait until you are feeling better. Ask.

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