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What happens when you get a filling on your tooth?
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It's repaired: The decay or broken part of the tooth is replaced with a filling material. Then you feel better and it's time to pay the bill.
Answered 3/20/2013
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Reconstruction: The bad part is removed and it is reconstructed by the use of the filling material or a crown if necessary.
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