Question 1

why does my tooth hurt after filling?

Accepted Answer

Trauma: The tooth was traumatized by the procedure. I can take a few days or even weeks to calm down, especially if the restoration is deep. Call your dentist to explain your pain and for guidance.

Question 2

how long can a filling last in a tooth?

Accepted Answer

A very long time: I've had some of my fillings last 30 years. There is no specific life span for a filling.  It varies based upon location, size, material, and eating and biting habits.

Question 3

my filling in my tooth fell out! what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Call a dentist !: They will be able to restore the tooth.

Question 4

i just had a filling put in tooth . can i smoke ?

Accepted Answer

Stop smoking: This is a good time to reconsider your tobacco addition.  There is no time that is a time to smoke.  Use this as your stimulus to stop, and do it now.

Question 5

is your tooth supposed to hurt a while after filling?

Accepted Answer

It might: The procedure itself can be traumatic to the tooth. It is not uncommon for the tooth to be a bit sore after the restoration is placed. Sensitivity to cold and biting down is ordinary. If the tooth is throbbing, call your dentist.

Question 6

why does my tooth hurt after filling every single time?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Some people have nerves in their teeth that are simply more prone to inflammation from any type of procedure. Having a filling done is a traumatic event for the tooth. The deeper the filling, the more likely it is that your tooth nerve will swell and cause pain. Also, if you clentch or grind your teeth, this pain may be present even more.

Question 7

for what reasons might tooth really hurts after filling?

Accepted Answer

Not always, but.....: Not all teeth hurt after fillings. In fact, most of the time there is little or no sensitivity afterwards at all.  However, think of the process of getting a filling as a minor surgical procedure.  The drilling, water, air, etc. Make the nerve of the tooth somewhat temporarily inflamed and this causes some discomfort initially. As the nerve repairs itself, the sensitivity goes away.

Question 8

how common is it to have pain in a tooth after a filling?

Accepted Answer

Yup: Depends on how deep the cavity was and how close the restoration is to the nerve of the tooth. It usually passes rather quickly.

Question 9

could you explain why does my tooth hurt after a filling?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: The nerve in the tooth is inflamed after the procedure. It may take a few weeks for it to feel better if it was deep. The bite may be off, too. Have your dentist take a look.

Question 10

how normal would it be for my tooth to hurt after a filling?

Accepted Answer

WNL: Pain after a deep restoration is within normal limits.. Only your dentist knows how deep the restoration was. A phone call should answer this question.

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