Question 1

how do i prevent tooth pain after getting a composite filling?

Accepted Answer

Prevent?: Proper dental techniques reduces the chance of post operative discomfort following the placement of composite fillings, but even with that, sometimes there is some sensitivity or discomfort.  You can't really prevent it.  However, if it does occur, see your dentist to see if the bite needs adjusting or the tooth needs further treatment.

Question 2

i recently went to the dentist to replace old fillings. but the dentist i went to disfigured the core structure of the tooth in question (reducing my ability to chew efficiently). worst part is that i now feel tooth pain in the area, what must i do?

Accepted Answer

New Restoration: The old restoration on the tooth in question needed replacement. The new restoration may be deep, resulting in sensitivity which can last for some time. Have the tooth re-evaluated, but if the pain is severe or worsens, the tooth will probably need root canal therapy.

Question 3

what can i do for a toothache after composite filling?

Accepted Answer

Toothache: Check with your dentist, if it really hurts badly may you need root canal treatment, but if it is only sensitive it will resolve by itself in six weeks, just take otc pain killer.

Question 4

can a composite filling in my tooth fall out?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Any filling can fall out.  The main reason for losing a filling is recrrent decay around the filling loosening it and causing it to fall out when it is no longer held in securely by healthy tooth structure. Tooth fracture is another reason this can occur. Small restorations on the biting edges of teeth are also vulnerable since there is little tooth holding the restoration in place.

Question 5

tooth is pressure sensitive after composite filling, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: Call your dentist, explain the problem and asked to be seen to check the bite and re-evaluate the tooth. A simple bite adjustment often remedies that situation.

Question 6

i have tooth pain 3 mos. after cavity filling. dr. examined it, saw nothing wrong, but pain persists. seems to travel since i can't tell which tooth is?

Accepted Answer

Something is amiss: If the pain started right after a tooth was restored, then there is a really strong chance that it is that tooth. It can also be a different one, but your denist needs to isolate the tooth, since this can't be diagnosed over the internet. An endodontist in your area may be able to help you if your dentist can't.

Question 7

tooth pain months after filling. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Possible Root Canal: Nerve in the tooth may have gone bad, or the tooth may have fractured. Filling may have cracked, too. Can't be certain without an exam and radiograph, so you need to make an appointment with your dentist.

Question 8

tooth hurts after composite filling, how long does the pain last?

Accepted Answer

1-2 months: Unless there is an injury to the nerve, it could take 1-2 months for the sensitivity to go away. If the nerve is injured, then a root. Anal treatment may be needed.

Question 9

tooth pain months after a filling, can't see dentist until later. what can i do in the meantime?

Accepted Answer

OTC pain medication: Take some advil, motrin, aleve (naproxen) or what you normally take for a headache.  Avoid very hot and cold foods and eat on the other side of your mouth. See your dentist as soon as possible. Feel better.

Question 10

when i got my bottom braces on, they put some white thing near the front of my back tooth and it's there in 2 places, could this be a composite filling?

Accepted Answer

The bite ramp: is a very useful orthodontic technique to correct deep overbite and or cross bite. Ask your orthodontist for more information. The education and communication needed to achieve a successful orthodontic result.

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What can i do for a toothache after composite filling?

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I have tooth pain 3 mos. after cavity filling. dr. examined it, saw nothing wrong, but pain persists. seems to travel since i can't tell which tooth is?

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Tooth hurts after composite filling, how long does the pain last?

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Tooth pain months after a filling, can't see dentist until later. what can i do in the meantime?

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When i got my bottom braces on, they put some white thing near the front of my back tooth and it's there in 2 places, could this be a composite filling?

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