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Temporary tooth filling
I have today completed my temporary tooth filling. But that filling is started removing automatically when i eat something.
my docotr had told me that if their may any pain then we the tooth will be permanently filled.
But what about removal of currently filled substance.
Plz suggest me. Is it normal?
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a small amount of temporary filling can come off because it takes some time to harden. if there is no pain, visit your dentist and get it checked. you need to get the permanent filling done.
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Yes its normal a small amount of temporary filling can come off because it takes some time to harden.
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Temporary tooth filling is not as strong as the permanent one,hence the name "temporary" is given to it.Your dentist might have seen a big carious lesion that might be approaching to the nerves of the tooth that is why you were advised to get a temporary filling before a permanent filling. Ask your dentist for an iopa x ray of the tooth & get the treatment as iopa x ray suggests.Deep carious lesions are best resolved by root canal treatment to save the tooth & to save you from pain.
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Visit your dentist & show him/her the temporary filling that is coming out automatically. Ask for an iopa xray also.consult me back if you have any doubts.
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Dr.Sparsh Nigam
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Dr. Suman Makam
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23 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
Get the temporary filling Redone if it has come out.Permanent filling is done only if there is no pain or discomfort after 3-4 weeks.
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