When too much of tooth filling material is placed inside a tooth cavity, and it protrudes out, it is called high tooth filling. Biting on a tooth with a high filling can cause tooth pain, sensitivity, and can even fracture the tooth. Your dentist will be able to grind away the excess filling.
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Why do I feel roughness on the sides of the tooth after getting a cavity filling?
Query: Hi doctor, I got a tooth filling done one day before and realized that the side felt rough and jagged. Is it normal to just leave it? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The fractured restoration can be due to biting hard food or incomplete curing during filling. If you want to fill the gap, you can restore it even though it is not an emergency condition. But you can postpone and maintain the small fractur... Read Full »
What causes pain in jaws after a filling?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a bad cavity, and I filled it. After doing it, I started to have pain on my jaws and the areas around the tooth. My dentist is not available for a few days. What can I do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the query (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I can see high points. The uneven pressure on the tooth causes tenderness in your jaw. You have to reduce the high points present in the filling soon and make it as even. You can take Parace... Read Full »
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