When you have a modern dental filling placed after a cavity is removed, you can look forward to discreet, lasting protection. Your filling is meant to keep your tooth safe from damage, and from becoming infected. You should be able to count on that support for many years. However, if you feel like something may be wrong with your filling, or if you have an older filling that may need to be replaced, tell your dentist. Ignoring these problems could put your tooth at risk!
1. Sensitivity That Won’t Go Away
You may feel some sensitivity after a filling is placed, but this should be a short term issue. If it continues, or if you feel a more significant amount of discomfort, talk to your dentist. This may be an instance where additional restorative work on your tooth is needed.
2. Your Filling No Longer Feels Secure
An older filling can start to feel less secure over time. If you have an older filling made from metal, a lack of security may develop simply because metal is more likely to react to temperature variations. Replacing a loose filling will ensure your tooth has the protection it requires. A loose or unstable filling can allow bacteria to infiltrate, and create problems for you.
3. You Experience Pain When You Bite Down
If your tooth suffers pain when you bite down, or make any contact with it, your restoration could be interfering with your bite. Your dentist can reshape it to address the problem.
4. An Unusual Degree Of Sensitivity To Temperature Extremes
Tooth pain caused by temperature extremes could be the result of one of several issues. However, if you have this problem after receiving a filling, and the discomfort persists after exposure, tell your dentist.
Worried You Might Have A Problem With Your Filling? Let Us Know!
Your dental filling should provide excellent restorative support for many years. If you are worried about a filling you recently received, or if you have concerns about an older filling, Allen Family Dental can help! To schedule a time to see Dr. Torrens-Parker or Dr. Lizardi, call Allen Family Dental in Allen, TX, today at (469) 342-6644. Located in Allen, we also proudly serve patients from Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Fairview, and all surrounding communities.
