How long does it take for numbness to wear off after filling?

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asked Apr 11, 2019 in Dental by luckyladybug (390 points)
How long does it take for numbness to wear off after filling?

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answered Apr 11, 2019 by Cadely989 (470 points)
When you go into the dentist for a filling or other dental procedure that requires anesthesia you can feel numb for up to 3 hours after you've been given the anesthesia.

So it's normal to still feel numb for up to 3 hours after you get the filling put in which is usually enough time for the anesthesia and numbness to wear off.

Just take it easy for the first 3 hours after the filling is put in and then you should be feeling better and the numbness should be gone.

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