Are cavity fillings supposed to hurt hours after you get them?

Answer 1

When fillings are placed teeth can sometimes be sensitive to hot and cold for a period of time. This is a normal response and can be expected. It takes a while for the body to calm a tooth down after a filling has been placed. When they go through a traumatic experience or when a cavity is close to the nerve can also cause it sensitivity

Answer 2

Often fillings are quite deep and close to the nerve due to the amount of decay that was removed. Consequently, the nerve is stimulated and pain is the result. This pain most often subsides after a few days. Sometimes it can take several months to completely resolve. If it does not resolve, it may be necessary to perform a root canal procedure to eliminate the pain.

Sometimes the filling is too high and not in proper occlusion. This can result in pain when you close your mouth or chew. If this is the case, you should return to the dentist who placed the filling and ask him/her the check the occlusion. If the occlusion is off, the dentist can easily adjust it and eliminate the pain.

Answer 3

yes they do. i have a few and all have hurt for a few days after my dentist visit.