New Cavity Filling - It hurts to chew... is this okay?

Question

I just got a cavity filling in my molar this morning. I had a little something to eat (softish) about an hour or so after the filling, and it was okay. But just now I tried to eat popcorn and when I bite down too hard, the tooth that has the filling is painful. This is my first cavity and the Doctor said it was small. It's not excruciating pain, but it's still very bothersome. Is it normal to have this sharp sore pain after a filling? Will it go away after a few days or is this something I need to get checked out?

Answer 1

i always get filling leave it alone for a while

Answer 2

Wait for 24-48 hours. If it still hurts, you must go back to your dentist.

Answer 3

its fine.

i have like 4 or 3 cavities and usually when i come home fromthe dentist it hurts for a while but one time it hurt so bad i had to take motrin.

Answer 4

It is normal to have sore teeth right after a filling. give it 2-3 days and if it still hurts, go back to your dentist and see what's up :) hope i helped

Answer 5

let the new filling chill for a day or two before you eat popcorn.  your tooth will be sensitive.

Answer 6

If it keeps persisting, I would have them check it over, and possibly redo it...

Answer 7

You should be eating anything hard today. A little pain is normal. If it continues, go back to the dentist.

Answer 8

Yes, it will go away, be sure not to eat anything cold like ice cream for awhile it will be really really cold

Answer 9

no its not normal to feel pain after filling, if the pain is as short as u relief ur bite, most probably that there is a high piece in the filling that touches opposing teeth before the whole set of teeth, its simple to grind this spot, its simply identified, if the pain lasts for more than 15 min, the tooth pulp (nerve) may be affected, root canal may be needed, another reason if minute invisible crack in the tooth

Answer 10

Sensitivity is normal following a filling and it should go away within a couple of weeks.  It might be sensitive to hot, cold, and even pressure for a little while too.  There was physical trauma to the tooth done, so it makes sense as to why the tooth might be responding this way right now.

Right now, try eating on the other side.  Brush and floss like normal.  If the pain continues after about 2 weeks, then go back in and have the filling checked.

Answer 11

Yes, it is normal.  It should go away after three days if it doesn't go away then get it checked out.  Do not eat popcorn eat soft foods.  No sodas.  Rinse with salt and water.  It will help with the pain.  Eat on the side in which you did not get the filling.  

37 never had a cavity but worked at a dental office when I was younger.

Answer 12

I say that you wait it out. It is completely normal for a tooth to be sore for even a couple days after you get a filling. Run to the store (If you can of course) and buy some Orajel. Place it on the tooth that is aching, and POOF! Your pain is gone. Try some of that if your pain doesn't go away. Overall, it's normal- It's just a matter if you want to stand the pain or not ;)

Xoxo

Answer 13

After maybe 4 hours you will be okay.  I never eat after I have to get a filling. Cuz it feels weird and does have a sharp pain.

Answer 14

it is normal. pain should subside after the first 48 hours with exception to hot/cold sensitivity which may last up to a month. try chewing with the side of your mouth that is cavity free.

Answer 15

usually it doesn`t hurt but if the dentist didnt use enough of the gas stuff then it wil go away too fast and then you will definetly have pain. but i would recommend asking a dentist and untill then you should just eat stuff like ice cream and mashed potatoes.

Answer 16

It will go away soon enough you just have to get used to it. It should go away by Saturday. Wish you the best! =)

Answer 17

What type of filling did you get, amalgam, metal, or porcelain?

I found out after having several porcelain fillings without a problem, the first filling that I had to pay for (after moving out of my parents' and getting my own insurance) that I am allergic to amalgam and metal fillings.  The first day I didn't notice because of the pain meds, but when I went to brush or eat after that first day, it hurt something terrible.  after a month of pain brushing my teeth one night the filling came out.

The dentist I had gotten the filling from tried to tell me I needed a root canal...well, I got a second opinion and found out I was allergic and required porcelain fillings from now on.  I had it replaced with porcelain and haven't had a problem since.

Good luck to you.

Answer 18

I've had 2 fillings before. After I've had them done, it's normal for it to hurt whilst eating after a day or two. Any time after that you may have to go get it checked out by your dentist.

Answer 19

yes it's supposed too hurt if u chew