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Q: Galvanic Shock in new filling

asked by: lpick1031 on April 7th, 2008

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Just about 7 days ago, a 24 year old silver filling popped out of my tooth after I flossed it. It didn't hurt but the filling seemed massive and there was a big hole in my tooth - upper left - last tooth but not a wisdom tooth (removed). I went to a new dentist who put in another silver filling. I told her my teeth were extremely sensitive.

Well, I am experiencing a shock sensation when anything hits the outer part of the tooth. Even if I put pressure on that side of the tooth - with my tongue or finger, the sensation is extremely annoying. Almost feels as if the filling could be loose because even when I press my cheek against it - I get a jolt.

I am going back to the DDS on Thursday to have this filling removed and replaced with a white filling. Does anyone have a suggestion before I do that? I don't want to undergo another filling if there is a solution.

Thanks.
Lisa

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mominashoe

replied on April 7th, 2008

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I just had my mouth done with 12 fillings. It can take a while for the cavity to settle and you can feel pain for some time, even a few weeks. I had the white ones done and even though they are more expensive, they are well worth it. I have heard of dentists not filling the cavity correctly and the pain lasting for over a year.

It never hurts to complain to your doctor about your problems: they are there to help you and make your life better, not harder.

As for what to do about it, there really isn't anything that I know of that will kill that kind of pain besides ibuprofen and just eating softer foods on the place where there is no pain. I hope your doctor will have a solution for you. Dental is always a pain!

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