All I'm trying to do is figure out the heighth of the platform I will need to build to install a new shower stall. Oh and Marlin, I said that a hole was not an option for many reasons. Number one on that list is not wanting to turn a $3,000 job into a $30,000 job.
In brief: Generally.. As far as the filling itself goes, you can eat right away with tooth colored composite fillings, but should wait at least one hour with amalgam (silver) fillings. It's always best you ask your own dentist as this can vary somewhat based upon the size and location of the filling.
Caring for a New Filling. 1  1. Figure out how long it takes your filling to set. 2  2. Take pain medication if needed. 3  3. Avoid food and beverages until the anesthetic wears off.  4. Avoid very hot and very cold foods and 1  beverages. 5. Avoid hard, chewy, or sticky foods.  6. Chew on the opposite side of your mouth to the filling. When you finally eat, make sure to chew on the opposite side of your mouth to the filling for a day or two. This will help ensure that the filling sets properly and doesnât get damaged.