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Hi there...thanks for reading. I am scheduled to have my first fill on May 30th. I am a third grade teacher and cannot be out of work on the 31st and 1st due to field trips and field day. Does anyone think I should change my date? I am not sure how I am going to feel?? This is my first fill and I am not sure what to expect.... ANY HELP would be appreciated!!!

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You'll walk out of the Dr office and won't feel a thing. I've had 6 fills and it's less intrusive than getting a flu shot.

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Thanks for writing back...it helps! I think I am more anxious about it because it is the one!!

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My take on it, I'd postpone. Only because if you end up too tight (rare for a first fill, but can happen) you'll need to get it addressed right away. It's only a few days. Why risk it if you absolutely cannot miss work?

I postponed my first fill for a month due to a cruise. I could have had it before, but would have only had about a week and a half before we left for it to settle in. I didn't want to be out of the country in the middle of the ocean with a band problem.

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Does ur doc do fills umder fluroscopy or blind? If he does with fluro (xray) u shouldn't get over filled & will do just fine. Either way I'd go ahead. Just make sure ur stocked up on Protein Drinks for the field trips ;)

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I think you should be okay. My surgeon wants me to be on Clear Liquids for 2 days after, and then 2 days of full liquids. In that case, I would make sure I have plenty of liquids available to me! Karen

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Most 'first fills' the majority of people feel no different .. but there is an odd one or two people that do feel a little too tight afterwards, the decision is either plan a 'just in case' solution like plenty of Protein drinks and liquids or postpone for a few days .. .. its your call :)

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Hi there...thanks for reading. I am scheduled to have my first fill on May 30th. I am a third grade teacher and cannot be out of work on the 31st and 1st due to field trips and field day. Does anyone think I should change my date? I am not sure how I am going to feel?? This is my first fill and I am not sure what to expect.... ANY HELP would be appreciated!!!

I'm a 4th grade teacher and get exactly what you're saying. It's a very busy time. My first visit with the surgeon is the 5th of June and I'm nervous.

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Thanks everyone for the help!!

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