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Found out i have cavities from an xray. would five months be too long to wait before getting a cavity filled?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Possibly: Depends how deep they are.. Waiting five months may lead to the need for root canal therapy and a crown. Why wait? Cavities don't get smaller over time, they just become more problematic.
Answered 1/15/2013
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Consult your dentist: Your dentist can tell you your risk if you wait. Depending on the extent of the cavity and without seeing the x-rays, assessing your cavity risk, diet, clinical exam, etc.
Answered 7/27/2013
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