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It sounds like there was slight movement of the upper front tooth (pushed in so it makes contact before all the other teeth come together). As your teeth go back to its "regular" bite, the interference should go away. If it doesn't by Monday, your dentist may need to relieve that "high spot" so the tooth does not sustain further constant trauma. Best thing would be to leave it alone - don't bite into foods such as vegetables, hard fruits, hard bread, etc... but cut it up into bite-size pieces.
As long as there is no constant pain (a little bit of discomfort is normal after trauma for up to 2 weeks), things should settle down. However, it is also possible for these teeth to have problems much later, sometimes even years after the traumatic incident. Look for pain (constant pain or dull throbbing), darkening of the tooth, or an abscess. Then remember to tell your dentist that this tooth has had a previous history of trauma so they can make a proper diagnosis (usually means you need a root canal treatment).
Hope for the best,
Dr CHOO
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