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I was flossing my teeth, some some either plaque or part of my tooth came off. there's like a opening there now that i can see. no blood or pain. help?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John DeWolf answered

Exam: If what came off was calculus (tartar), that's fine. If it was tooth or filling, it's something that will need attention. Best bet is to get it checked out..

Dr Butler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/8/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Sounds like plaque: Regardless of what caused the problem, plaque or part of your tooth broke off, you should see a dentist for examination, cleaning and/or treatment.

Dr Rhoades and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/24/2021

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A member asked:

I was flossing my teeth, some some either plaque or part of my tooth came off. there's like a opening there now that i can see. no blood or pain. help?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John DeWolf answered

Dr Butler and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Rhoades and another doctor agreed

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