{"id":12797,"date":"2020-05-04T09:49:26","date_gmt":"2020-05-04T08:49:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/?page_id=12797"},"modified":"2025-04-08T21:10:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T20:10:24","slug":"temporary-filling-kit","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/restorative-dentistry\/temporary-filling-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use a Temporary Filling Kit for Emergency Dental Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you dealing with a dental emergency like a lost filling or chipped tooth? A <strong>temporary filling kit <\/strong>can be a quick fix to restore your tooth and relieve pain until you can visit a dentist. <\/p>    <p>While these DIY filling kits offer immediate relief, they can come with certain risks. This article covers <strong>everything you need to know<\/strong> about temporary tooth fillings and emergency dental kits, including:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#temporaryfillingkit\">How to get a temporary tooth filling and other emergency treatments <\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#toothfillingathome\">What type of teeth repairs can be done at home?<\/a> <\/li>    <li><a href=\"#besttemporaryfillingkits\">Do temporary filling kits work? <\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#buyfillingrepairkit\">Where to buy a filling repair kit<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p>It is important to remember that a temporary filling kit is only a<strong> short-term solution<\/strong> &#8211; a visit to the dentist is always essential for any dental issue.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"how-do-i-get-a-temporary-tooth-filling-and-other-emergency-dentistry\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"temporaryfillingkit\">How do I get a temporary tooth filling and other emergency dentistry?<\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/temporary-filling-kit-for-tooth-pain-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"temporary tooth filling kit\" class=\"wp-image-12810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/temporary-filling-kit-for-tooth-pain-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/temporary-filling-kit-for-tooth-pain-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/temporary-filling-kit-for-tooth-pain.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A tooth repair kit may help ease pain temporarily<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>   <p>Dentistry is one of those things that should always be left to the professionals. However, sometimes things don&#8217;t go as planned, and getting an appointment with a dentist around you may take some time.<\/p>    <p>When you have a dental emergency, you should always <strong>call your dentist&#8217;s office first.<\/strong> They\u2019re best placed to decide if you need urgent medical care. You can also call the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/using-the-nhs\/nhs-services\/dentists\/how-to-find-an-nhs-dentist\/\" target=\"_blank\">NHS 111 helpline<\/a> to get further advice. <\/p>    <p>Normally, you\u2019ll be told to see someone quickly if:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>You\u2019re in a lot of pain<\/li>    <li>You experience swelling<\/li>    <li>There\u2019s excessive bleeding<\/li>    <li>You&#8217;re having trouble breathing<\/li>    <li>You\u2019ve had a trauma that damaged your teeth<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Our <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"dental emergency article (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/emergency-dentist\/\" target=\"_blank\">dental emergency<\/a> article explains more about what constitutes an emergency and <strong>what to do <\/strong>if you are in one of these situations. You might also want to read about some <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"home remedies for toothache (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/toothache-causes-treatment\/home-remedies-toothache\/\" target=\"_blank\">home remedies for toothache<\/a>.<\/p>    <p>However, even if it is uncomfortable or unsightly, not all dental emergencies require urgent medical care. Sometimes you can use <strong>short-term fixes<\/strong> like <strong>dental filling kits<\/strong> or<strong> temporary tooth kits<\/strong> to get you through to your next appointment.<\/p>    <p>If you&#8217;re having trouble getting hold of a dentist or the NHS, another option is to <strong>chat with a dentist at<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/justanswer.9pctbx.net\/c\/2466373\/826245\/9320?subId1=uk&amp;subid2=fiki\" target=\"_blank\">JustAnswer<\/a>. Their US-based dentists are available<strong> 24\/7<\/strong> and can advise on the best course of action for your situation.<\/p>    <div class=\"mega-button\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/justanswer.9pctbx.net\/c\/2466373\/826245\/9320?subId1=uk&amp;subid2=fiki\" class=\"red\">Chat to a dentist now<\/a><\/div>    <h2 id=\"what-teeth-repairs-can-be-done-at-home\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"toothfillingathome\">What teeth repairs can be done at home?<\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/dental-checkup-filling-crown-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dental emergency\" class=\"wp-image-12808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/dental-checkup-filling-crown-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/dental-checkup-filling-crown-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/05\/dental-checkup-filling-crown.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You should first call a dentist&#8217;s office or the NHS helpline in the case of a dental emergency<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>   <p>Although <strong>permanent tooth-filling kits in the UK<\/strong> are available, we advise against using them. Permanent tooth fillings should only be done by trained dentists. <\/p>    <p>There are a lot of risks involved in doing your own filling, including making the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/tooth-decay\/\" target=\"_blank\">cavity in your tooth<\/a> worse since bacteria get stuck under the filling, and keep destroying your tooth.<\/p>    <p>Below we&#8217;ll go through the <strong>main temporary dental fixes<\/strong> you can undertake at home while waiting to get a dentist appointment.<\/p>    <p>You can also read our separate guide to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/chipped-tooth-repair\/\" target=\"_blank\">chipped and broken teeth repair<\/a>, which explains more about the possible long-term treatment options.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tooth fillings at home<\/h3>    <p>There are a few reasons that you might need to perform a DIY tooth filling. You can opt for a temporary filling kit to ease your suffering if:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/tooth-filling\/filling-fell-out\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"22824\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">filling fell out<\/a> and a temporary fix is needed <\/li>    <li>You\u2019ve chipped a tooth and it\u2019s causing pain in your cheek or tongue <\/li>    <li>You develop a cavity that causes pain and sensitivity <\/li> <\/ul>    <p>A temporary filling repair kit contains a putty-like material that you compress into the spot in question using the tool provided. Each brand of dental filling kit works slightly differently, so be sure to <strong>read all the instructions<\/strong> for the one you buy.<\/p>    <p><strong>Temporary tooth filling kits can be quite effective<\/strong> <strong>short-term<\/strong>, but they do have some downsides:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The colour is very unlikely to match your teeth<\/li>    <li>They\u2019re tough to use on your front teeth<\/li>    <li>They might affect your bite when used on your back teeth<\/li>    <li>You may have tooth decay that needs to be treated<\/li>    <li>If bacteria gets under the DIY tooth filling, any decay will accelerate<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>All of this means that a temporary filling kit should be &#8211; as the name suggests &#8211; only a <strong>temporary fix <\/strong>while you wait to see a dentist.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"buying-a-filling-repair-kit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"buyfillingrepairkit\">Buying a filling repair kit<\/h2>    <p>One of the most popular products for temporary filling kits at home is <strong>Dentek<\/strong>. The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Dental First Aid Kit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3aZNbhQ\" target=\"_blank\">Dental First Aid Kit<\/a> that they make comes with:<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/dentek-filling-kit-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"tooth repair kit\" class=\"wp-image-56441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/dentek-filling-kit-300x236.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/dentek-filling-kit.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This Dentek dental first aid kit is a popular option among buyers<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Eugenol for cleaning and pain relief<\/li>    <li>Temparin Max to do the filling<\/li>    <li>A tooth container to store any broken teeth<\/li>    <li>An applicator tool<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>An Amazon customer reviewed the Dentek filling kit as follows: \u201cAs a temporary fix, it works <strong>wonderfully<\/strong>. It helped keep me (nearly) pain-free until I could get to the dentist.\u201d<\/p>    <p>Since most travel insurance only covers dental pain relief, this kit would be handy when you are <strong>travelling.<\/strong> In the event that you lose a filling while abroad, you would be completely on your own without a temporary filling repair kit.<\/p>    <div class=\"mega-button\"><a rel=\"nofollow nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3aZNbhQ\" class=\"orange\">Buy Dentek's popular temporary filling kit<\/a><\/div>    <p>Here, a YouTuber talks you through how to use the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Dentek Temporary Tooth Repair (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WmOn9D\" target=\"_blank\">Dentek Temporary Tooth Repair kit<\/a> &#8211; keep in mind that this is a different version that doesn\u2019t come with the tooth saver or eugenol.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div style=\"display: contents;\" >  <div data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" data-provider=\"youtube\" id=\"arve-youtube-jpf4y-ztqd8\" class=\"arve\"> \t<div class=\"arve-inner\"> \t\t<div class=\"arve-embed arve-embed--has-aspect-ratio\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"arve-ar\" style=\"padding-top:56.250000%\"><\/div> \t\t\t<iframe allow=\"accelerometer &#039;none&#039;;autoplay &#039;none&#039;;camera &#039;none&#039;;ch-ua &#039;none&#039;;clipboard-read &#039;none&#039;;clipboard-write;display-capture &#039;none&#039;;encrypted-media &#039;none&#039;;gamepad &#039;none&#039;;geolocation &#039;none&#039;;gyroscope &#039;none&#039;;hid &#039;none&#039;;identity-credentials-get &#039;none&#039;;idle-detection &#039;none&#039;;keyboard-map &#039;none&#039;;local-fonts &#039;none&#039;;magnetometer &#039;none&#039;;microphone &#039;none&#039;;midi &#039;none&#039;;payment &#039;none&#039;;picture-in-picture;publickey-credentials-create &#039;none&#039;;publickey-credentials-get &#039;none&#039;;screen-wake-lock &#039;none&#039;;serial &#039;none&#039;;sync-xhr;usb &#039;none&#039;;window-management &#039;none&#039;;xr-spatial-tracking &#039;none&#039;;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" class=\"arve-iframe fitvidsignore\" credentialless data-arve=\"arve-youtube-jpf4y-ztqd8\" data-lenis-prevent=\"\" data-src-no-ap=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Jpf4Y-ZtQD8?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"0\" loading=\"lazy\" name=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-presentation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/Jpf4Y-ZtQD8?feature=oembed&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;autohide=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autoplay=0\" title=\"\" width=\"0\"><\/iframe> \t\t\t \t\t<\/div> \t\t \t<\/div> \t \t \t <\/div> <\/div><\/figure>    <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"VideoObject\",\n  \"name\": \"DenTek Tooth Repair\/Gap Filler\",\n  \"description\": \"This is a video on how to use DenTek  Temparin Max\\nLong Lasting Temporary Repair, Caps & Fillings \\nA Dentist Recommended product.\",\n  \"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/Jpf4Y-ZtQD8\/hqdefault.jpg\",\n  \"uploadDate\": \"2018-12-18T19:30:29Z\",\n  \"duration\": \"PT10M24S\",\n  \"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Jpf4Y-ZtQD8\",\n\"contentUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Jpf4Y-ZtQD8\", \n  \"interactionCount\": \"28938\"\n}\n<\/script>    <h2 id=\"repairing-a-damaged-tooth-at-home\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Repairing a damaged tooth at home<\/h2>    <p>An unattended chipped tooth can cause numerous problems. The sharp edges left behind can rub against your cheek and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/mouth-ulcer-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\">cause mouth ulcers<\/a> or graze your tongue as you eat and speak.<\/p>    <p>There are a few ways that a dentist can repair a broken tooth, but if that&#8217;s not an option right away, you can use a temporary dental repair kit. It should smooth off the sharp edges and relieve any <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/sensitive-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\">tooth sensitivity<\/a> you might have from deeper parts of the tooth being exposed.<\/p>    <p>You might struggle to do a major repair on one of your front teeth with a temporary filling kit. The material doesn\u2019t bond to your teeth in the same way that <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/restorative-dentistry\/dental-glue\/\" target=\"_blank\">dental glue<\/a> does, and it\u2019s not as strong. Sticking to soft foods will help it last that bit longer, but it&#8217;s best to try avoiding biting with the tooth altogether.<\/p>    <p>If you&#8217;ve lost all or most of a front tooth, a temporary tooth kit may help in the short term. We&#8217;ll get more information about these later on.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using a crown repair kit<\/h3>    <p>A <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/dental-crown-information\/\" target=\"_blank\">dental crown<\/a> is designed to be a long-lasting tooth restoration. It should fit snugly over your tooth and last for 5 years or more &#8211; if you take good care of it. A crown can come loose if:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>You take a knock to your jaw<\/li>    <li>You\u2019ve been <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/teeth-grinding-bruxism\/\" target=\"_blank\">grinding your teeth<\/a><\/li>    <li>There\u2019s decay under the crown<\/li>    <li>It\u2019s an old crown and the adhesive is wearing away<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Whatever the reason, you should first visit a dentist if your crown is loose or has fallen out completely.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/toofypegs-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"permanent tooth filling at home\" class=\"wp-image-56442\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Toofypegs crown cement is a good temporary filling option<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>   <p><strong>Toofypegs<\/strong> makes an <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Emergency Temporary Repair Kit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VZyLK1\" target=\"_blank\">Emergency Temporary Repair Kit<\/a> that includes cement to <strong>fix loose crowns<\/strong>. It comes with two capsules of cement, enough for two applications, which you need to mix before use. The Toofypegs instructions say to use a drop of water to mix a tub of cement. They<strong> really do mean a drop<\/strong>, so don\u2019t put too much in!<\/p>    <p>As a crown repair kit, it works well on both <strong>permanent and<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/dental-crown-information\/temporary-crown\/\" target=\"_blank\">temporary tooth caps<\/a>. A recent Amazon reviewer wrote, \u201cI bought this to fix a porcelain crown that fell out. It was easy to use and the crown feels like it&#8217;s there to stay. I&#8217;d definitely buy again.\u201d<\/p>    <p>Do note that despite this reviewer&#8217;s optimism, these crown and filling repair kits are only a <strong>short-term fix<\/strong>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Temporary tooth replacement kits<\/h3>    <p>Losing a tooth is never a pleasant experience. A back tooth falling out is maybe a little less traumatic since people are less likely to see it all the time. Losing a front tooth is a whole different matter.<\/p>    <p>Having a missing tooth can be the result of many things:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/dentures-false-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">denture<\/a> got lost or is broken<\/li>    <li>You had an accident that knocked it out<\/li>    <li>It&#8217;s fallen out because of decay, gum disease or infection<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>To temporarily fill the gap and make it less obvious that you&#8217;re <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"missing a tooth (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/missing-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\">missing a tooth<\/a>, you can buy a <strong>temporary tooth kit<\/strong>.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-image\"> <figure class=\"alignright size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"best tooth filling kit\" class=\"wp-image-56443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/03\/temptooth.jpg 1306w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use Temptooth to fill the space from a missing tooth with a natural look<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>   <p>A popular product designed for this purpose is the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Temptooth Temporary Tooth Replacement Kit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2W3js3j\" target=\"_blank\">Temptooth Temporary Tooth Replacement Kit<\/a>. It works by melting down plastic beads and forming them into the shape of the missing tooth. <\/p>    <p>While you can&#8217;t wear the tooth while sleeping, it can last for <strong>weeks or even months<\/strong> if made correctly. One kit contains enough material for up to <strong>10 false teeth<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p>\u201cMiraculous,\u201d is how one reviewer on Amazon described Temptooth, going on to say, \u201cWhen a front crown falls out with no hope of getting to a dentist, you despair! Temp tooth to the rescue!! So happy I found it as it\u2019s amazing, I couldn\u2019t understand how it could possibly work but it really does, it\u2019s fantastic and has stopped me looking like Nanny McPhee.\u201d<\/p>    <p>Although the tooth you make <strong>won&#8217;t look completely natural<\/strong>, it should make you feel less self-conscious until you can visit a dentist for a longer-term solution.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>    <h2 id=\"do-temporary-filling-kits-really-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"besttemporaryfillingkits\">Do temporary filling<em> <\/em>kits <em>really <\/em>work?<\/h2>    <p>Although not a perfect solution, doing a <strong>temporary<\/strong> <strong>tooth filling at home<\/strong> for urgent dental work can be effective short term. You will need to take great care when eating though; hard, crunchy, chewy and sticky foods are probably best avoided if you want your dental repair to last.<\/p>    <p>The main purpose of temporary filling kits and other emergency DIY treatments is to <strong>relieve pain and improve your aesthetics<\/strong>. A homemade temporary tooth filling might last for a month or two, but it will eventually wear down or fall out. <\/p>    <p>The biggest risk with using a tooth repair kit is that you <strong>delay getting treatment<\/strong> for any underlying problems. In particular, tooth decay will get worse over time if you don&#8217;t see a dentist. Additionally, a crown cemented at home will only last so long before it needs to be professionally re-cemented or replaced.<\/p>    <p>There\u2019s also a chance that you could make your DIY dental filling too big, which could cause lasting problems. When you get a filling at the dentist, they ensure your bite is perfect after the work is finished. If you accidentally make your <strong>temporary filling too big<\/strong>, your teeth won\u2019t sit right and you could end up with:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Headaches<\/li>    <li>Jaw pain<\/li>    <li>Wobbly teeth<\/li>    <li>Damage to surrounding teeth<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>To help you decide whether to use a tooth repair kit before you can get to a dentist, here is a summary of the pros and cons:<\/p>    <div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-30997\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-30997\" data-wptb-version=\"2.0.2\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"true\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-30997\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"263\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-table-directives=\"eyJpbm5lckJvcmRlcnMiOnsiYWN0aXZlIjoiYWxsIiwiYm9yZGVyV2lkdGgiOiIxIiwiYm9yZGVyUmFkaXVzZXMiOnsiYWxsIjpmYWxzZX19fQ==\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"2\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-31\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Pros of DIY temporary fillings, etc<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-32\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Cons of DIY temporary fillings, etc<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-33\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Temporary pain relief<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-34\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Can easily fall out or break if not done correctly<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-35\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Inexpensive solution<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-36\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Could cause long term problems if not done right<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-37\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\"><p>Relatively simple to use<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-38\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\"><p>Increased chances of decay under the filling<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-39\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Stops cosmetic concerns<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-40\" style=\"color: rgb(74, 85, 104); font-size: 15px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Difficult to get an exact colour match<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table> <\/div><\/div>     <h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>    <p>Money, time, and life can all get in the way of getting to the dentist right away. Using one of the temporary tooth repair kits mentioned here should do little harm if you use them correctly and as intended. They have the potential to be an <strong>effective and convenient temporary solution<\/strong> to ease any pain and improve aesthetics. <\/p>    <p>It&#8217;s also not a bad idea to have an <strong>emergency dental kit<\/strong> as part of your travel essentials since problems<em> always<\/em> seem to unfold at the worst times!<\/p>    <p>Take note that it is advisable to always call a dentist or the NHS helpline first before deciding on your course of emergency treatment. If you\u2019re in a lot of pain, experience excessive bleeding, or there\u2019s a lot of swelling, be sure to seek immediate medical attention.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I get a permanent tooth filling kit in the UK?<\/h3>    <p>Although there are places to buy kits that claim to offer a permanent solution, they\u2019re <strong>best avoided<\/strong>. Tooth cavity filling at home could trap bacteria under the filling, accelerating any decay. <\/p>    <p>If going to a dentist isn\u2019t an option in the immediate future, you can use a<strong> temporary filling kit<\/strong> to cover the problem from a cosmetic perspective.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much will I pay for an emergency dentist appointment?<\/h3>    <p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"NHS charges (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/nhs-dental-charges\/\" target=\"_blank\">NHS dental charges<\/a> in an emergency are the same as normal appointments. Private practices can set their own charges, and <strong>dental insurance usually covers emergencies.<\/strong><\/p>    <p>If you\u2019re in a lot of pain, have excessive bleeding, or have swelling that&#8217;s affecting your breathing, you should seek <strong>immediate medical care<\/strong>. You can contact NHS111 to find a local emergency dentist or call your private practice.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you fix a loose crown at home?<\/h3>    <p><strong>Toofypegs<\/strong> makes an <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Emergency Temporary Repair Kit (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VZyLK1\" target=\"_blank\">Emergency Temporary Repair Kit<\/a> that includes cement to <strong>fix loose crowns<\/strong>. As a crown repair kit, it works well on both <strong>permanent and<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/en\/dental-crown-information\/temporary-crown\/\" target=\"_blank\">temporary tooth caps<\/a>. However, this kit is only a short-term solution, and it is best to see a dentist for any long-term crown problems and treatments. <\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the best temporary filling kit? <\/h3>    <p>One of the most popular products for temporary filling kits at home is Dentek. 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