A high filling is a filling which is placed too high causing unnecessary contact between the filling and corresponding teeth. As the high filling continues to make contact with other teeth, it causes swelling and inflammation of the periodontal ligament.

Can a tooth be over filled?

A high filling is one that is just a bit higher than what your tooth was naturally, causing it to contact the opposing tooth before the rest of your bite comes together, leaving you in pain. The high filling pushes down on the tender bits in your tooth, leaving your mouth reeling from the pain.

What happens if your tooth filling is too high?

High fillings can wear down the enamel, causing tooth decay and cavities. In some cases, the filling can even loosen, or crack another tooth. This requires further dental care on top of filing the filling down.