Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Concerns
Regarding dental fillings? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my situation. I previously had a large cavity in the tooth next to my front tooth, which was filled. Since then, I occasionally experience some sensitivity, but there was no pain during my dental cleaning, so...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The tooth next to the front tooth had a large cavity previously and was filled. Occasionally, it feels sensitive, which may be due to the decay being close to the nerve, causing it to remain sensitive even after filling. If the sensitivity and pain occur frequently, it could pote...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Concerns
Dealing with Gum Pain After Dental Filling: What to Do?
Gum pain after dental filling? I have a cavity in my upper right last tooth (I haven't developed my wisdom teeth yet). Two days ago, I had it filled, but it seems the dentist made the filling too high, which is causing pressure on the gums of my lower right tooth, resulting ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Tina: Hello! Please contact your physician as soon as possible to address this matter! Make sure to communicate frequently with your doctor! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Dealing with Gum Pain After Dental Filling: What to Do?
Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: Is It Nerve-Related?
Dental filling issues Hello Doctor, my second to last upper left molar had a cavity in the past, which was filled with silver amalgam. Recently, I visited a dentist who indicated that it needed to be refilled, and they used composite resin for the filling. After the procedure, I ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yvonne, Hello! As mentioned, despite several treatments, the tooth still hurts, which may indicate a nerve issue. Of course, we need to rule out any fracture problems. Monitoring and observation are the best approaches for treatment. Please communicate more with your ph...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: Is It Nerve-Related?
Post-Filling Dental Issues: Should I Refill or Maintain Current Condition?
After getting a dental filling, I accidentally dislodged it while using dental floss. I went back for a follow-up appointment, and the dentist only repaired the affected area without removing and replacing the entire filling? After getting a dental filling, I accidentally dislodg...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, regarding the treatment after tooth decay, whether root canal therapy or a filling is needed, it is recommended to come in for an evaluation by a doctor. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Kuan-Yu Chu, Director of Dentistry, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry...[Read More] Post-Filling Dental Issues: Should I Refill or Maintain Current Condition?
Post-Dental Filling: Causes of Gum Bleeding and Swelling
Bleeding and swelling of the gums after dental filling? After getting a dental filling, I experienced bleeding and swelling of the gums around my tooth (wisdom tooth), and my cheek is visibly swollen. What could be the cause?
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, the correlation between dental fillings and gum bleeding is relatively low. Based on your condition, it seems more likely that the inflammation of the gums is caused by poor maintenance of wisdom tooth hygiene. I recommend that you visit a professional hospital or clinic f...[Read More] Post-Dental Filling: Causes of Gum Bleeding and Swelling
Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Pain: Is It Normal or Cause for Concern?
It is common to experience pain after a dental filling? Hello Doctor, last Wednesday (11/1) I had a dental filling done, but during this time I've been experiencing some sensitivity to hot and cold, and there's a strange feeling when I bite down. Sometimes I also have s...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yolo, Hello! After dental filling, you may experience pain, which could be due to deep decay causing pulp congestion. It may resolve on its own, but it could also progress to pulpitis, which would require root canal treatment. Please communicate with your dentist freque...[Read More] Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Pain: Is It Normal or Cause for Concern?
Is Dental Filling After Tooth Extraction Effective? What to Do Next?
After tooth extraction After the dentist extracted the tooth, they filled the gap with what seemed to be a resin and then layered it with silver powder. Is this really effective? In the absence of tooth support, the silver powder has started to come off with just a little bit of ...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is difficult to make a complete diagnosis, and further clinical examination is needed. Please visit a hospital or dental clinic for an evaluation and reconstruction of the edentulous area. Thank you for your message! Wishing you health and saf...[Read More] Is Dental Filling After Tooth Extraction Effective? What to Do Next?
Post-Dental Filling: Swelling and Pain in Adjacent Tooth Explained
After dental filling, there is swelling in the upper jaw accompanied by pain in a nearby tooth similar to that of an extraction? After treating a cavity in the front tooth and filling it, there is swelling in the upper jaw about one centimeter behind the front tooth, approximatel...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to seek professional assistance from a dentist to confirm the pulp vitality of the tooth and the condition of the periapical tissues. Thank you for your message. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Kuan-Yu Chu, Director...[Read More] Post-Dental Filling: Swelling and Pain in Adjacent Tooth Explained
Persistent Tooth Sensitivity After Multiple Fillings: What to Do?
A tooth that has been filled four times experiences sensitivity and pain whenever pressure is applied while biting? Hello Doctor, about a month ago I had a dental filling done at Clinic A for a shallow cavity that was only on the surface. After the filling, I experienced some sen...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If repeated fillings still result in pain when biting, it is likely that the dental pulp is already inflamed. If there is spontaneous pain, it is recommended to perform a root canal treatment. If there is sensitivity to hot and cold, consider performing pulp capping treatment fir...[Read More] Persistent Tooth Sensitivity After Multiple Fillings: What to Do?
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Solutions
Light tapping on the filling site causes sensitivity? 1. Over three years ago, I had a resin filling on my upper right second molar. Now, when I lightly tap or press it with chopsticks, I experience slight sensitivity, but the discomfort disappears once the pressure is released. ...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, tooth percussion pain is usually associated with apical lesions. Of course, dental caries can also be a precursor to apical lesions. As for the basic examination of dental caries, it requires a professional to inspect the mouth with appropriate lighting and instruments, an...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Dental Fillings: What Happens If You Don't Feel Pain?
Dental filling after cavity treatment? Hello, the dentist usually asks if there is any pain before filling a tooth. What happens if I say there is no pain and the dentist proceeds with the filling? (My tooth does not hurt, but sometimes I feel sensitivity when eating cold foods.)
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. qqxee, Hello! If a cavity causes spontaneous pain, it usually requires a root canal treatment. If there is no pain, it can be filled directly! However, if drinking cold water causes pain, a base material should be applied before filling. If the cavity is deep but painle...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: What Happens If You Don't Feel Pain?
Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Consider Root Canal Treatment?
Post-operative pain after dental filling? Hello Doctor, about four weeks ago I had a dental filling done. For about a week, the tooth was sensitive, but after that, there was no discomfort. However, two days ago, when I pressed on the filled area, I noticed it was sore, and since...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Bingluo, Hello! As mentioned, a root canal treatment may be necessary, but a clinical examination is still required. Please communicate with your physician more. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Consider Root Canal Treatment?
Can You Use a Water Flosser After Temporary Dental Filling?
Can I use a water flosser after temporary dental fillings for cavities? The upper left molar (tooth #27) used to feel temporarily sensitive after consuming acidic foods, but recently, there has been a mild sensitivity when biting down hard, although there is no discomfort from ho...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. The hardness of the interim restorative material (IRM) used for filling is insufficient. If excessive force is applied with a dental water jet, the IRM may wear down. Additionally, if the original cavity was deep and close to the nerve, it may cause slight sensitivity. 2. Ne...[Read More] Can You Use a Water Flosser After Temporary Dental Filling?
Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Seek Help
It is common to experience occasional pain after a dental filling? Hello Doctor: A week ago, I had two cavities filled on the back of my front teeth (the drilling was extremely painful) and the cavities were quite large (almost half the size of the tooth). After a week, I occasio...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, Miss: If you have been experiencing sensitivity for more than two weeks after your dental filling, it is advisable to return for a check-up. In the meantime, you can reduce stimuli to lower the chances of sensitivity. Thank you for your message. Wishing you safety and heal...[Read More] Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Seek Help
Effective Solutions for Cavities Between Front Teeth Without Pain
Cavities in the gap between the front teeth? Hello, my front tooth has a cavity in the gap, which is affecting its appearance. However, I don't feel any pain at all. I have read online that dental fillings often fall out easily. Are there any other methods for remedying this...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If the extent of tooth decay does not approach the dental pulp or is not deep, it may not necessarily cause pain. However, it is still recommended to address and treat it early to prevent the decay from spreading, which could ultimately lead to pulpitis or even apical periodontit...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Cavities Between Front Teeth Without Pain
Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Sensitivity to cold after dental filling? Three months ago, I experienced pain in my upper left molar when exposed to cold water (such as when rinsing my mouth), which prompted a visit to the dentist. That tooth had been filled with silver amalgam a long time ago (approximately 9...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. 123, Hello! Continuous observation is necessary. If you still feel unwell, it is important to check for any more serious issues, and consider re-treatment or nerve extraction. Please communicate frequently with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, ...[Read More] Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Should You Get Dental Fillings for Worn Teeth Before Whitening?
Tooth surface wear I have significant wear on the entire surface of both of my front teeth, which feels rough. This was caused by brushing too hard in the past. Should I get dental fillings for this? I am also considering buying over-the-counter whitening strips for teeth whiteni...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Chang Yu-Chun, Hello! Tooth surface wear should generally be addressed by a dentist, and they can help you with it. Please have your dentist evaluate the whitening strips available on the market to see if they are suitable for you. Make sure to communicate frequently wi...[Read More] Should You Get Dental Fillings for Worn Teeth Before Whitening?
Dealing with Tooth Decay: What to Do When Your Filling Falls Out
The teeth next to the canine (the ones further inside) have cavities? About a year or two ago, I had a dental filling done, and it wasn't close to the nerve. This year, while biting into something, I noticed that the filling fell out, and now only about 1.5 out of 4 remains....
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Mai, Hello! The tooth next to your canine (the one further inside) has decayed; it is likely the first premolar. It can be filled if it has decayed, but if it causes pain, then root canal treatment is necessary before filling it. Please communicate more with your dentis...[Read More] Dealing with Tooth Decay: What to Do When Your Filling Falls Out
Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Why Cold Foods Cause Discomfort
After getting a dental filling, experiencing prolonged sensitivity to cold substances is common? A few days ago, I went to get a cavity filled, and the dentist mentioned that my last molar (excluding the wisdom tooth) had a deep cavity due to impaction. After the filling, for two...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Dear Mr. Lu, Hello, if your tooth became sensitive after being cleaned and filled due to decay, and the symptoms are becoming increasingly bothersome, it is important to first rule out pain originating from other teeth or periodontal tissues. As for whether root canal treatment ...[Read More] Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Why Cold Foods Cause Discomfort
Persistent Tooth Pain After Filling: What Should You Do?
What should I do if I experience persistent pain after getting a dental filling for a cavity? Hello, Doctor: I would like to inquire about persistent pain after getting a dental filling for a cavity. Here’s the situation: I am going abroad for a year, so I went for a dental check...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Hello Ms. Rita: Regarding the issue you raised, it may be gingivitis. Please maintain good oral hygiene and follow up. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.[Read More] Persistent Tooth Pain After Filling: What Should You Do?