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Can a cavity filling hurt afterwards?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Sometimes: This should be mild and temporary. If not, check back with your own dentist.

Answered 12/10/2013

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It should not: Properly done, with appropriate analgesia [pain control] and proper technique, they should not.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/28/2013

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