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RCT and temporary filling
I undergone RCT and temporary filling one day before from the time I'm getting chemical taste and smell in my mouth still coming. Is this any serious problem. I couldn't concentrate on anything it's making me depressed please help me. Will swallowing of that filling in saliva cause any health issues please help 🙏
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Its normal
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It is normal to have metallic taste after RCT nothing to worry about it
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Don't worry this is normal.but if u feel more uncomfortable thn visit to ur dentist to replace this temporary filling with other material
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Hi due to the temporary filling you must be getting the metallic taste. You can visit the dentist and ask him to replace the filling as the taste is uncomfortable to you
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Hello!.
It's normal
Nothing will happen.
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
No harm will happen if you swallow the temporary filling. Visit your dentist again and address the chemical taste and smell you are getting from the mouth.
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Dr. Zoya Chowdhary
Periodontist
13 yrs exp
Jammu
First of all, relax and don't overthink.
Now coming to your question, Yes it's normal to feel the metallic taste and smell in your mouth. It is probably due to the temporary filling, as you said you are undergoing RCT.
If the filling is dislodged from its place, just spit it out. But if by any chance you swallow it, no need to worry just drink plenty of water.
And don't be worried about the filling mixing with saliva, as the filling hardens after a few hours after its placement.
Next Steps
If you still feel worried, visit your dentist to get your filling changed/ look into the matter.
Health Tips
Start warm saline rinses two to three times a day, it may help.
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