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Help docs! i had a root canal 9 years ago it fell out now there is a hole there what can i do till i can see a dentist?
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Temporary filling : You could go to your local drug store and by temporary filling material. You will take a small amount and place over hole to seal rct. This is just an temporary fix and you will need to get into see your general dentist asap. Root canal could be reinfected.
Answered 12/2/2013
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