For a better experience on crest.com, please enable JavaScript in your browser.
  • PART OF THE P&G FAMILY:
  • Oral B
  • P&G Everyday
AdChoices Ad Choice
Canada - English
Please select a location
  • Canada - English
  • Canada - French
  • USA United - English English
Login   Register
LOG OUT CONFIRMATION
Would you like to logout now? LOG OUT
Contact Us
Crest
Search
  • Shop
    • Toothpaste
      • Toothpaste
      • Crest® Gum
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® Complete
      • Crest® Sensitivity
      • Kids
    • Mouthwash
      • Mouthwash
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Scope
    • Whitestrips
      • WhiteStrips
      • Crest® 3D White Whitestrips
    • Kids
      • Kids
      • Toothpaste
      • Toothbrushes
      • Rinses
    • View All Products
  • Product Collections
      • Crest® Gum
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Complete
      • Kids
  • Oral Care Topics
      • Whitening
      • General Oral Hygiene
      • Sensitivity
      • Kids Dental Care
      • Tooth Decay & Cavities
      • Plaque
    • View All Oral Care Topics
  • What's New?
      • Crest® Gum Detoxify
      • Crest® Pro-Health HD
      • Disney Magic Timer App for Kids
      • Crest Pro-Health Advanced
  • Offers
  • SHOP
    • Toothpaste
      • Crest® Gum
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® Complete
      • Crest® Sensitivity
      • Kids
    • Mouthwash
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Scope
    • Whitestrips
      • Crest® 3D White Whitestrips
    • Sensitivity
      • Crest® Sensitivity Toothpaste
    • By Need
      • Whitening
      • Sensitivity
      • Gingivitis
      • Plaque
      • Healthy Gums
      • Strong Teeth
      • Freshens Breath
    • By Collection
      • Crest Pro-Health
      • Crest 3D White
      • Crest Complete
      • Crest Sensi
      • Kids
    • Kids
      • Toothpaste
      • Toothbrushes
      • Rinses
    • View All Products
  • Toothpaste
    • Toothpaste
      • Crest® Gum
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® Complete
      • Crest® Sensitivity
      • Kids
    • View All Toothpaste Products
  • Mouthwash
    • Mouthwash
      • Crest® Pro-Health
      • Crest® 3D White
      • Crest® Scope
    • View All Mouthwash Products
  • Whitestrips
    • Whitestrips
      • Crest® 3D White Whitestrips
  • Sensitivity
    • Sensitivity
      • Crest® Sensitivity Toothpaste
    • View All Sensitivity Products
  • Kids
    • Kids
      • Toothpaste
      • Toothbrushes
      • Rinses
    • View All Kids Products
  • By Need
    • By Need
      • Whitening
      • Sensitivity
      • Gingivitis
      • Plaque
      • Healthy Gums
      • Strong Teeth
      • Freshens Breath
  • By Collection
    • By Collection
      • Crest Pro-Health
      • Crest 3D White
      • Crest Complete
      • Crest Sensi
      • Kids
  • Home >
  • Oral Care Topics >
  • Sensitivity >
  • Tooth Pain and Sensitivity Before or After Filling Cavities
Print This

Tooth Pain and Sensitivity Before or After Filling Cavities

Recommended 0 times Recommend This
Share : Visit Crest on Facebook Follow Crest on Twitter

YOU'RE NOW LEAVING ca.CREST.COM

We recommend you review the third-party site’s privacy policy, as their privacy practices may differ from P&G.

Any personal information you provide on the third-party’s website will be managed in accordance with their privacy policy.

Thank you for visiting ca.Crest.com

Please click the link below to

Share on

Email Thisemail

SHARE THIS BY EMAIL

Tooth Pain and Sensitivity Before or After Filling Cavities

THERE ARE (#) ERRORS ON THIS PAGE.
   
   
   
   
SEND
CANCEL

EMAIL SENT SUCCESSFULLY

Your email has been successfully sent to the recipient.

Continue

If you have cavity symptoms, you may have pain in your teeth or in your gums. Cavity pain relief depends on the extent of your tooth decay. Regardless if your cavity symptoms are mild or severe, you should visit your dentist as you may need a filling.

Tooth Fillings for Cavity Pain Relief

Fillings are used to replace the decayed area of a tooth, reducing the pain associated with the cavity itself. But tooth pain after filling a tooth is not unusual. Some common reasons for tooth pain after a filling include:

  • Tooth sensitivity: A tooth that has just had a filling placed will be more sensitive to hot foods and cold foods, air temperature, and the pressure of biting. This type of tooth pain after filling a cavity should resolve within a few weeks. If not, contact your dentist.
  • Cracked or loose tooth fillings: Tooth pain after filling a cavity can occur if the filling is not fitting properly to the tooth, or if it develops cracks. If you suspect that your tooth pain is caused by a cracked or ill-fitting filling, contact your dentist.
  • Allergic reaction to tooth fillings: Some people have allergic reactions to the material used for their fillings, such as silver. To help avoid tooth pain after filling a cavity, be sure to tell your dentist about any allergies when discussing your filling choices.

Tooth Filling Pain Relief

You can reduce your risk of tooth pain after filling a cavity by avoiding common sensitive teeth triggers, including very hot or cold foods. In addition, toothpaste designed for sensitive teeth can help minimize the possible sensitivity and tooth pain after filling a cavity. Crest Gum and Sensitivity oral care products are formulated to help relieve the pain associated with sensitivity fast while offering additional protection against food and drinks that cause sensitivity.

If you have cavity symptoms, you may have pain in your teeth or in your gums. Cavity pain relief depends on the extent of your tooth decay. Regardless if your cavity symptoms are mild or severe, you should visit your dentist as you may need a filling.

When you have a dental procedure, you may experience sore teeth afterward. Sore teeth are common after many dental procedures, whether it is something as simple as a cavity filling or as complicated as gum surgery.

Sore Teeth After Filling

Whether you suffer from short-term sore teeth after receiving a filling or long-term sensitive teeth, it is important to follow a complete oral care routine. The Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Shield collection of products can help keep sore teeth clean and healthy, with a toothpaste designed to protect your sensitive teeth.

  • Gentle Brushing: Oral-B Genius 8000 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush is equipped with a sensitivity mode, making it easy on sore teeth.
  • Soft Flossing: Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Comfort Plus Mint Floss is shred-resistant and extra soft.
  • Sensitivity Protection: Crest Gum and Sensitivity Toothpaste starts treating sensitivity immediately at the source while helping to fight plaque, gingivitis, and cavities.

Sources:

  1. http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/dental-health-fillings#1
  2. http://www.medicinenet.com/fillings/article.htm

Related Products

  • Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Plus Enamel Shield toothpaste
    QUICK VIEW

    Crest Pro-Health Sensitive and Enamel Shield Toothpaste

    Crest Pro-Health Sensitive and Enamel Shield Toothpaste binds and strengthens enamel. And protects against enamel loss.

    rating stars
    RatingStars on
    ( 9 )
  • Crest Gum and Sensitivity Gentle Whitening toothpaste
    QUICK VIEW

    Crest Gum and Sensitivity Gentle Whitening Toothpaste

    Crest gum and Sensitivity Gentle Whitening forms a protective shield against sensitivity pain as you whiten with the gentle foaming action that lifts stains and helps eliminate plaque.

    rating stars
    RatingStars on
    ( 75 )
  • Crest Gum and Sensitivity Gentle Refreshing Mint
    QUICK VIEW

    Crest Gum and Sensitivity Refreshing Mint Toothpaste

    Crest Gum and Sensitivity Refreshing Mint formula targets plaque bacteria below the gum line and starts working immediately* for sensitivity relief within days .

Related Articles

Teeth Sensitivity

Teeth Whitening Sensitivity Causes and How to Avoid It

Choosing the Best Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth

  • CONNECT WITH US
  • Visit Crest on Facebook
  • Follow Crest on Twitter
  • Visit Crest's YouTube Channel
SIGN UP
WANT DEALS? Sign up for the P&G newsletter.

SHOP

  • PRODUCTS
  • Toothpaste
  • Mouthwash
  • Whitestrips
  • Kids
  • Collections
  • 3D White
  • Crest Pro-Health
  • Crest Complete
  • Crest Sensi

Help & Support

  • Help & Support
  • Contact Us

BRAND EXPERIENCE

  • BRAND EXPERIENCE
  • Crest Pro-Health Advanced
  • Crest Pro-Health [HD]
  • Get The FREE Disney Magic Timer App
  • Related
  • P&G Brands
  • OralB
  • DentalCare
    • Better Business Bureau
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy
  • Site Map
  • © 2021 Procter & Gamble

This website uses cookies and other technologies to provide you with a tailored experience and to understand how you and other visitors use our site. Click here for more information.