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I had a simple filling done 6 days ago. i got a local anaesthetic. 2 days ago i noticed one of my dimples is gone. is this normal? will it come back?
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Unusual: It is possible that there is some residual swelling from the injection, if it was for an upper back tooth. 6 days is a bit long for this to last. I would go see your dentist to recheck this.
Answered 1/1/2013
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