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I had a filling on 4-2. one on each side. i had no pain or issues and had no idea i had two cavities. since the fillings one side hurts when i chew.

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Dr. James Plaivech answered

Check bite relation: May need occlusal (bite) adjustment on the side that hurts. Ask your dentist to check.

Dr Cordero and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/10/2013

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A member asked:

I had a filling on 4-2. one on each side. i had no pain or issues and had no idea i had two cavities. since the fillings one side hurts when i chew.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Plaivech answered

Dr Cordero and another doctor agreed

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