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Gum line cavity. it only hurts a little. can i wait until monday to see the dentist?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Probably: Don't know how deep it is, but since this does not seem to be an emergency, it can probably wait a short time.

Answered 8/17/2015

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Probably: Cavities do not generally grow very rapidly, but the sooner it is fixed the smaller the filling - small fillings last longer than large fillings. If there is discomfort, it should be addressed as soon as possible; but waiting a couple of days is unlikely to make a difference in the treatment.

Answered 6/23/2017

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

No way to know: Unfortunately there's really know way to know when\if this will be come an emergency situation. What appears as a small cavity on the surface, may actually be very deep. Just get an appointment to have the tooth evaluated and treated as soon as possible.

Answered 8/20/2018

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes, you can: However, once a cavity has passed through the enamel and into the deeper tooth called dentin, it can spread toward the nerve area. Fixing the defects along your gum line can relieve a great deal of hypersensitivity to cold in these areas. Take care.

Answered 5/8/2017

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Not smart: You probably would be OK, but why take the chance of problem going from annoyingly chronic to excruciatingly painfully acute. Call our Dentist, explain your situation, let the Dentist help make the decision with you.

Answered 3/30/2017

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