It’s very common for patients to tell us that a new filling doesn’t quite feel right in the days after treatment. Some describe it as feeling high, tight, or ‘compacted’ when they bite together. Understandably, this can feel worrying - especially if the tooth was comfortable before.

As Principal Dentist of tooth in Waterloo, I want to reassure you that this sensation is usually temporary, and in most cases, settles naturally as your mouth adjusts.