Question 1

what should i do for severe pain after cavity filling?

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Go back: See the dentist who restored the tooth. It may be too high and in the way of your bite. It may have a crack that was not previously in evidence and it may need a root canal for a hurting pulp.

Question 2

what can i take for severe pain after cavity filling?

Accepted Answer

Call your dentist: Pain after a cavity is filled shouldn't be severe. There might be some gum irritation for a day or two that would probably respond to over the counter Ibuprofen or a mild narcotic such as tramadol or low dose vicodin. If the pain is severe you should call your dentist and get back for another examination.

Question 3

i still have severe pain weeks after cavity fillings. what can i do?

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Tell your dentist: I recommend telling the dentist who treated you- they may recommend using tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaids. Severe, ongoing pain may indicate an infection.

Question 4

is it normal to feel pain after cavity filling?

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Not uncommon: Slight sensitivity following a filling is not uncommon. Your own dentist should have given you some guidance in this area. If not, or this is severe or doesn't subside shortly, call your dentist for advice as to what to expect before coming in for an evaluation.

Question 5

i want to know what do i do now, i have pain after my cavity filling?

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Call the Dentist: Could be something as simple as the filling being slightly "high, " to something as complex as the nerve of the tooth dying.  Call your dentist now before it gets worse.

Question 6

small dot next to filling cavity?

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Filling: Not sure if you meant before or after you got a filling. There are grooves or pits in a tooth that can pick up stains. It may be involved with a cavity or just more apparent since you had a filling done. It is something that needs a visual examination to be certain.

Question 7

can getting a cavity filling hurt?

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Not if you are numb: If your tooth is numbed up with a local anesthetic, there is nothing to feel. Some small fillings do not require local anesthesia. Everyone has different pain thresholds. Often, "sweet air" alone is sufficient to negate the need for local anesthesia. Discuss this issue with your own dentist.

Question 8

how much will a cavity filling hurt?

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Not at all: With local anesthetics, dental treatment pain is the stuff of mythology and hysteria--if and only if you don't wait until dental disease is a full blown infection. In some advanced, abscess cases, anesthetic doesn't work 100%. In those cases, i'll prescribe antibiotics and home care remedies until infection subsides and then provide therapy. Much more confortable for both of us!

Question 9

what's the difference between cavities and fillings?

Accepted Answer

Simple...: A cavity, by definition:

cav·i·ty  (kăv′ĭ-tē)
1. A hollow; a hole.
2. A hollow area within the body: a sinus cavity.
3. A pitted area in a tooth caused by caries.

A filling (dental restoration) is place into a cleaned out tooth cavity to protect the tooth from further decay and to restore the tooth to proper form and function.

Question 10

filling just fell out of one of my cavities, what do i do?

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Phone call...: .... Make an appointment to see your dentist. The tooth needs to be evaluated and restored.

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