That weird taste from the temp kits is the worst, right? I remember trying one and it almost made my whole mouth feel tingly, not just the tooth. Did anyone else get that? I keep worrying I’ll make things worse if I touch it at all, but then if I leave it open, I’m scared something will get stuck or it’ll get infected. Does patching it up actually help with pain, or just make it more sensitive? I always wonder if using those kits could mess up what the dentist needs to do later. Has anyone had a dentist say it was harder to fix because of a temp patch? I’m just super nervous about making the wrong call and ending up with a bigger problem.
That weird taste is honestly the worst part for me too—like, why does it have to taste like a mix of rubber and sadness? I’ve definitely had the tingly thing happen, and it’s always made me wonder if I’m allergic or just being dramatic. As for patching it up, I’ve noticed it helps with the pain if there’s a big hole, but sometimes it makes the area feel extra sensitive for a bit. I guess it depends on how deep the break is.
I’ve actually asked my dentist about those temp kits before. She said as long as you don’t jam a ton in there or leave it for weeks, they’re usually fine and can keep food out—which is a big deal if you’re worried about infection. She did mention scraping out some of the stuff can be annoying, but nothing that messes up the real fix. I get your anxiety though; every time I mess with a tooth I feel like I’m one step away from disaster.
If you’re stuck waiting, I’d say patching is better than leaving it wide open, but maybe avoid eating jawbreakers or anything wild.
Yeah, that taste is brutal—like chewing on a flip-flop. I’ve used those temp kits a couple times when money was tight and honestly, they’re a lifesaver if you’ve gotta wait. Just don’t eat anything too crunchy or sticky, learned that the hard way...
Yeah, that flavor is weirdly specific—like rubber and chemicals mixed together. I’ve used those temp kits too, and honestly, they work way better than just leaving the tooth exposed. I found if you dry the tooth off really well before putting the stuff on, it sticks a bit longer. Did you ever notice if hot drinks make it loosen up faster? I had one pop off after coffee and had to redo the whole thing...
