We tried one of those kits for my partner’s crown when it popped off on a weekend. The stuff felt gritty and weird, like he had a pebble stuck in there, and it definitely didn’t blend with the tooth. He couldn’t stop messing with it either—said it was more annoying than the actual gap. I totally get wanting a quick fix, but honestly, none of them have seemed truly comfortable in our experience.
That gritty, pebble feeling is exactly what worries me about those kits.
I’ve seen people try them and end up with gum irritation or even swallow a chunk by accident. Did it actually stay in place for long, or did you end up needing to see a dentist anyway? I always wonder if the risk of making things worse is worth it.“The stuff felt gritty and weird, like he had a pebble stuck in there...”
“The stuff felt gritty and weird, like he had a pebble stuck in there...”
That “pebble” sensation is one of the main complaints I hear about those over-the-counter kits. They’re really just meant to be a super short-term patch, but I’ve seen people try to leave them in for days, sometimes even weeks. Usually doesn’t end well. Most of the time that material doesn’t bond well enough and either falls out or starts irritating the gums, like you mentioned.
Did anyone actually manage to keep one in place comfortably? I’ve seen folks come in with swollen gums or even a piece stuck between teeth, which just made things trickier to fix later. Honestly, if it’s just to get through the night or a weekend until you can see someone, sure, maybe. But anything longer than that and you’re probably better off biting the bullet (not literally) and getting it looked at properly.
I get why people try these kits—dentist visits aren’t cheap or convenient—but sometimes it creates more hassle than help. Anyone here actually have a good experience with one of these? Just curious if I’m missing something...
That gritty feeling is super common—those kits are basically just temporary fillers, not a real fix. I’ve seen a couple people manage to keep them in for a few days, but usually they end up with sore gums or the stuff just crumbles out. Has anyone tried using dental wax instead? Sometimes it’s less irritating if you’re just waiting for an appointment.
Has anyone tried using dental wax instead? Sometimes it’s less irritating if you’re just waiting for an appointment.
Yeah, I’ve actually used dental wax a couple times when I chipped a tooth and was waiting for a dentist. It’s way less gritty than those kits, but honestly, it doesn’t last long if you eat or drink much. For me, it was more comfortable, but I had to reapply it a lot. Did anyone else notice the wax gets kind of mushy after a while? Still, at least it’s cheap and easy to find at most pharmacies.
