When the first fix doesn’t stick: a dental do-over adventure

That makes me feel a bit better, honestly. I was so nervous after my crown redo last week - I kept second-guessing every single bite. I even texted my dentist about whether yogurt was “too chewy.” Guess I’m not the only one overthinking it. But I still can’t shake the worry that I’ll mess something up if I eat the wrong thing too soon. Did anyone else have weird sensitivity after? Mine’s mostly fine, but sometimes there’s this zing when I drink cold stuff. Is that normal, or should I be worried?

But I still can’t shake the worry that I’ll mess something up if I eat the wrong thing too soon.

That “zing” with cold drinks is pretty common after a crown redo, especially in the first week or two. As long as it’s not getting worse or super painful, you’re probably okay. I wouldn’t stress too much about soft foods like yogurt - honestly, it’s more about avoiding really sticky or hard stuff for now. If the sensitivity lingers or gets sharper, definitely mention it to your dentist, but a little cold sensitivity isn’t unusual right after.

I get where you’re coming from, but I’m honestly still a bit cautious about “soft foods” too, at least in the first few days. I know yogurt is supposed to be fine, but after my last crown redo, even something as gentle as mashed potatoes made the tooth ache for hours. Maybe I’m just extra sensitive (or paranoid because of the cost), but I ended up sticking with lukewarm soups and smoothies until things settled down.

I do agree that it’s probably not a big deal unless you’re dealing with sharp pain or swelling. But for those of us who’ve had a redo, and are watching every penny, it’s hard not to overthink every bite. Dental work isn’t cheap, and I’d rather be overly careful than risk another trip back. Anyone else feel like they have to baby their mouth for longer than the dentist says?

- Totally get the paranoia about every bite - my first crown redo made me super cautious, too.
- I stuck to room temp smoothies and broths for like a week, even though my dentist said 48 hours was enough. Didn’t want to push my luck, especially after shelling out that much cash.

- I did try mashed potatoes early on but, yeah, weirdly it set off that dull ache for a while. Not sure if it’s the pressure or just nerves being touchy.
- I’ve also noticed it’s not just about softness - it’s the temp and how much you have to chew. Even soft bread felt risky for a bit.

- My dentist kept saying it’s “all healed” but honestly, I think our mouths just need more time than they let on.
- I was so worried about messing up the new work, I even avoided using that side for a couple weeks. Might be overkill, but peace of mind counts for something.

- Cost is a huge part of it. I’d rather be way too careful than have to fork out for another fix. It’s not just the money, it’s the hassle and stress, too.

- Kind of funny - my mom had a crown years ago and she swore by eating nothing but scrambled eggs and soup for almost two weeks. Maybe it runs in the family, being overly cautious.

- Not sure if dentists underestimate how anxious people can get about this stuff, especially after a redo. I’d rather baby my mouth and be wrong than regret it later.

- For what it’s worth, my tooth finally felt normal after about 10 days. Hang in there - it does get better, just maybe not as fast as they say.

That’s reassuring to hear it took about 10 days for things to feel normal - my dentist kept saying “you’ll be fine in two days,” but honestly, I’m still babying that side after almost a week. I totally relate to the cost anxiety, too. After paying so much, I feel like every bite is a gamble. Even lukewarm soup made me nervous at first. Maybe I’m overthinking it, but I’d rather play it safe than risk needing another redo. Guess nerves just need more time than dentists admit sometimes...