How long after tooth filling can I eat?
Metal dental fillings do not harden immediately and often dentists will recommend waiting at least 24 hours following the dental filling before eating any solid foods. In order to avoid biting your cheek, tongue, or lips, you will probably want to wait until the local anesthetic wears off before trying to eat.
Can you eat food after a cavity filling?
No matter your filling type, you should avoid certain foods for a maximum of one week after you have a cavity filled. Stay away from anything sticky, crunchy, sugary, acidic, and very hot or cold. Instead, you can have soft healthy foods like bananas, a cool (not cold!) fruit smoothie, or lukewarm vegetable soup.
How long does it take for a filling to set?
According to Rothschild, amalgam fillings set weakly in 1 hour and are at full strength in about 24 hours. With this type of filling, it’s best to avoid eating hard foods until the filling has completely set. Composite fillings and glass ionomer fillings are usually light cured.
How long does it take for a white filling to harden?
This type of filling takes about 24 hours to completely harden and reach maximum strength. Your dentist will likely recommend waiting for at least 24 hours before chewing on the side of your mouth where the filling is located. Composite (white/tooth-colored) filling.
How long do fillings take to harden?
They are as follows: Amalgam filling: This filling is silver, and it generally takes about 24 hours to harden completely, which means you should wait at least 24 hours before chewing where you had the filling done. Composite filling.
Can I drink out of a straw after a filling?
You may drink through a straw. After your tooth is filled or bonded the tooth may be sore or sensitive to temperature for several days.
Can you brush your teeth after a temporary filling?
After getting a temporary filling, you may be somewhat concerned about brushing your teeth, but it’s okay to brush the filled tooth the same way you brush your other teeth. To be safe, use a soft or extra soft bristle toothbrush and brush gently, but carefully.
How long does it take for gums to heal after filling?
Sensitivity from a tooth filling should go away within two to four weeks. If the sensitivity doesn’t seem to be getting any better during that time, or it lasts for longer than four weeks, contact your dentist.
Is it normal to feel pain after fillings?
It’s relatively common for you to have some pain or sensitivity in the treated tooth after a filling. After all, a dentist was just poking around and drilling in the tooth. Usually, any discomfort should fade after a day or two.
Why is my mouth sore after a filling?
Soreness of your mouth is very common after having a cavity filled, especially around the area of the affected tooth. It is also common to experience jaw pain. This happens because you’ve had to hold your jaw open for an extended period of time while the dentist works their magic.
How long will jaw hurt after filling?
Any sensitivity or discomfort you feel after a filling should let up after a couple of weeks. If more than two weeks have passed and you’re still noticing that your jaw hurts, it’s a good idea to schedule a follow-up visit with your dentist.