I totally get the hesitation with those temp filling kits.
Had the same worries about those temp kits. Honestly, I thought I’d mess it up and make things worse, but it was pretty straightforward. Like you said, it’s just “mix the putty, press it in, and let it set.” The lumpy feeling is real though—mine always felt weird when I bit down, like there was a tiny pebble stuck in there. Not painful, just annoying.
I do think they’re better than wax for eating. Wax always came off with anything warm, so I’d end up reapplying it all day. The temp stuff at least stayed in place until I could get an appointment. Did you have any issues with it falling out? Mine lasted about two days before it started crumbling.
It’s easy to overthink these things. I kept checking the mirror to make sure I hadn’t glued my teeth together or blocked something important. Never happened, but the anxiety was real. At least the kits buy you some time and peace of mind.
Ever tried just leaving the chip open before? That cold sensitivity is brutal. Even breathing in through your mouth hurts. I wouldn’t say the temp stuff is perfect, but for a short-term fix, it’s way better than nothing.
Props for just getting through it. Dental stuff always feels more stressful than it probably needs to be...
Totally get what you mean about the lumpy feeling—mine always felt like I had a popcorn kernel stuck in there. Kind of annoying but way better than that cold shock when you leave it open, right? I remember just sipping water felt like torture. Honestly, you did the right thing just patching it up and waiting for the dentist. Dental stuff always stresses me out too, but those temp kits are a lifesaver when you’re desperate.
“mine always felt like I had a popcorn kernel stuck in there. Kind of annoying but way better than that cold shock when you leave it open, right?”
Totally relate to that “kernel” feeling—so uncomfortable. I always get super anxious about making it worse, so I end up obsessively checking the spot with my tongue (which probably doesn’t help). Temporary kits are great, but I get paranoid about swallowing the filling or having it fall out while eating. I usually stick to soft foods and avoid anything hot or cold until I can see the dentist. It’s not fun, but patching it up is definitely better than dealing with that icy sting every time you drink water.
I get the whole “patch it up and hope for the best” approach, but honestly, I’m not a big fan of those temporary kits. I know they’re supposed to tide you over, but in my experience, they can make things feel even weirder in your mouth—like you’ve got a wad of gum stuck where your tooth used to be. Plus, I’ve had one pop out while eating soup, so even soft foods aren’t always a safe bet.
I’d actually rather deal with that cold sting (as annoying as it is) than risk trapping food or bacteria under a makeshift filling. Years back, I tried to “fix” a chipped molar with one of those kits and ended up with a sore spot that took ages to heal after the dentist finally got in there. Now, if I chip something, I just rinse with warm salt water, avoid chewing on that side, and keep it clean until my appointment—even if it means wincing through cold drinks for a couple days. Not everyone’s cup of tea, but I’d rather play it safe after that last fiasco…
Can’t say I blame you for steering clear of those kits. I tried one years ago and it just felt awkward—like I was chewing on a chunk of Play-Doh. I always worry about making things worse, especially with all the nooks where food can get stuck. Do you ever use any numbing gels or anything for the sensitivity, or just tough it out? I’m always nervous about doing more harm than good with home remedies...