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Can i chew gum if i just got a filling?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Type of filling?: After one hour if an amalgam filling and right away if it was a composite filling. Not until the anesthesia wears off if you were given an injection to make you numb. Limit gum chewing anyway, especially gum with sugar.

Answered 3/20/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Gum after a filling: Once numbness is gone, resume your normal eating routine and chewing gum. Take care.

Answered 10/4/2017

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