My tooth is slightly sensitive to anything cold I drink. I just had a filling in it 4 days ago and worry that something could be wrong. Should I ask my dentist or is this normal???
2007-03-20 13:34:47 · 10 answers · asked by estephania2182 3 in Health ➔ Dental
As long as the cold doesn't linger,you should be okay.If the cold lingers for more then a few seconds ,then thats a sign of a inflamed or infected nerve,which means that you will need a root canal.
2007-03-20 13:40:26 · answer #1 · answered by sissy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is very common and may last for months. Every situation is different. If the filling that was done was a very large one placed deep near the nerve in the core of the tooth, it will take awhile for the tooth to form what we call "reparitive dentin"...basically the inner tooth structure will build a thicker "wall" between the filling and the sensitive nerves in the center. But that takes time. Sensitivity to hot and cold is VERY common because the filling is acting as a transmitter, zipping these sensations directly along to your nerve. Give it some time, it will eventually go away. BUT...if the pain suddenly worsens, causes swelling or throbbing, call your dentist right away. Sometimes such a deep filling can irritate the nerve to the point of infection and an infected nerve will cause these symptoms. But that's a rarity, I wouldn't worry about it. Good luck.
2007-03-20 13:49:42 · answer #2 · answered by ladysashya 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually a tooth will be sensitive after a filling for up to 2 weeks
2007-03-20 13:37:33 · answer #3 · answered by Persephone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, it is common. it should get better after a couple weeks and should improve over the next couple months. if it gets worse, you could need a temporary medicated filling for a while (typically 4 months) before they can put back in a regular filling. sometimes simply doing the filling over will solve the problem. they also may decide that you need a crown. sensitivity can also be caused by the brand of filling, so you may want to get a serum biocompatibity test. but, diamondcrown (a crown material that can be used as a filling), popular with biologic dentists, can cause sensitivity and it typically goes away in 2 to 3 months, and lessens in sensitivity during that time.
2007-03-20 15:38:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is typical for a filling to be sensitive to heat and cold especially if it is a deep filling. However, it does not hurt to call and let your dentist know about the symptoms. If you get throbbing pain or the pain increases without cause call immediately as there could be an infection or something else wrong.
2007-03-20 15:59:32 · answer #5 · answered by boingo82 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine was too, it went away after a while. If it really hurts bad go back and see the dentist for a post-checkup. He'll check the work and check for leaks basically. Sensitivity is normal.
It goes away after a while (get used to it)
2007-03-20 13:37:12 · answer #6 · answered by jprofitt303 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is normal. It's been months and mine is still sensitive some of the time.
2007-03-20 13:38:05 · answer #7 · answered by Nikki W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds within normal limits so far. If the pain lingers into next week, your filling might be "high", causing major discomfort. Give it some time (and ibuprofen), if it wakes you at night, see your DDS.
2007-03-20 13:39:15 · answer #8 · answered by momof2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had the same problem. I think it happens from time to time. I don't think I'd worry unless it continues for a long time.
2007-03-20 13:37:21 · answer #9 · answered by merlin_steele 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it could be that way if you drank something right after the procedure.
2007-03-20 13:37:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋