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A member asked:
If a filling is leaking, how long can it wait? dentist examined, didn't seem too alarmed. i have to wait 1 more week out of 3 wks of waiting.
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No difference: 2 weeks won't make a difference if it didn't concern DDS who examined you/
Answered 8/6/2015
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Not too long: A leaking filing just means that the filing is no longer sealed from fluids and bacteria. If it has been leaking for a while decay can develop under the filing. If the leaking has developed recently then you most certainly can wait another week. If you are certain that your dentist did not give the situation any sense of urgency then you should be able to wait until your next appointment.
Answered 12/31/2016
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