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Is it possible to get a decayed pulp even if you have a filling?

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Yes: The decay may have been very deep and some of the bacteria may have gotten into the pulp. Also fillings are known to leak over time, so if this is an older filling it may have leaked. Check with your dentist to see what can be done.

Answered 3/24/2013

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