After receiving a dental filling, your bite will be somewhat altered. The sensation in your mouth will need time to get used to the alteration in tooth position or structure, and this will take a few days.
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In most cases, sensitivity resolves in a few days.
This will subside on its own in a few days. Pain can be controlled with OTC anti-inflammatory medicines, such as ibuprofen and naproxen.
It will return to normal within approximately a week.
If discomfort persists, worsens, or becomes severe, please contact our office.
Maintain your pearly whites with consistent brushing and flossing to keep your teeth clean and safeguard your filling.
Indulge yourself by visiting the dentist regularly for check-ups and cleaning, as it will help maintain the overall health of your mouth and keep your fillings in excellent condition.
Avoid biting hard and sticky foods like ice, hard candies, nuts, caramel, and frozen foods, as this can damage your fillings.
Use your teeth for smiling rather than for unwrapping packages or chewing on pens and pencils.
Avoid food and drinks that can stain your teeth, such as coffee, tea, red wine, and berries. Using a straw while drinking these liquids and brushing afterward will prevent stains on your teeth.
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