Discomforts after Dental Fillings and Suggestions
Dental filling, a common oral treatment, aims to restore damaged teeth to their normal function. However, like
any
other treatment process, some discomforts may occur after the procedure. Below, we will interpret in detail
several
possible discomforts after dental filling and provide corresponding suggestions.
1 Biting pain: Sometimes after a dental filling, you may feel pain when biting or
when
the teeth come into contact with each other. This may be due to the filling material affecting the normal
occlusion
relationship of the teeth.
If you still feel pain after the anesthesia wears off, the dentist recommends
that you
promptly return for a follow-up appointment. The dentist will adjust or redo the filling based on the situation.
If
the pain persists after the revisit, root canal treatment may be necessary.
2 Sensitive to cold and hot: When the teeth come into contact with cold or hot
food,
severe pain may be felt. The pain disappears after removing the stimulus. However, if the pain persists, it may
indicate irreversible damage to the nerve of the tooth. In such cases, we recommend that you promptly contact
your
dentist for professional treatment.
3 Persistent throbbing pain may indicate that the decay has penetrated deeply
into the
nerve of the tooth. In such cases, root canal treatment is usually required to eliminate the pain.
4 Referred pain: Sometimes, the adjacent tooth to the filled tooth may experience
sensitivity or pain. This is usually because the filled tooth transmits pain signals to other teeth. This pain
usually
resolves itself over time. If it persists, it is recommended that you visit the dentist promptly.
Apart from the above pain-related discomforts, the following situations may also occur after dental filling:
1 Some people may be allergic to silver amalgam, even though dentists don't use
it much
for fillings anymore." If you notice a skin rash or itching, it's important to see a doctor right away and
change the
filling material."
2 If decayed tissue is not entirely removed, secondary caries can occur. It can
also
happen if there is leakage at the edge of the filling material. In such cases, we recommend that you promptly
revisit
the dentist for retreatment.
3 Gum inflammation can occur if the filling does not fix the tooth's shape or
causes
food to get stuck. This can happen when the filling does not properly fit the tooth or creates spaces where food
particles can become trapped. When food lodges in these spaces, it can cause irritation and swelling of the
gums.
Gum inflammation is a common issue that can result from poorly fitting fillings. Sometimes, the material's edge
needs
fixing, the tooth's shape needs restoring, and cleaning between the teeth is important. Dental floss can be used
when
necessary.
In conclusion, dental filling is an important means to restore tooth health, but some discomforts may occur
after the
procedure. Understanding these possible situations will help us better cope with and address them.
When encountering the above issues, please do not panic. Promptly contact your dentist for professional advice
and
treatment.
Meanwhile, maintaining good oral hygiene habits and regular revisits are key to maintaining oral health. Let's
work
together to protect your bright smile!