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If you already have a filling can you possibly have a cavity on the same tooth you have a filling?

9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers

Yes: Filling replaces the part of the tooth that was damaged (infected). It does not protect any other part of the tooth. Please have new cavity fixed ASAP, delay can only allow more tooth destruction. Also discuss with your Dentist brushing technique, floss or Water Pik use, diet, choice of toothpaste, fluoride, snack-food choices, etc.

Answered 2/19/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Of course: It is possible to have another cavity because every tooth has 5 surfaces.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Absolutely: Just because a tooth is restored once does not mean it will never need another restoration.

Answered 2/19/2016

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Dr. Justin Nelson answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

Yes: Yes, you can still get recurrent decay around a filling or on other parts of the tooth that are susceptible bacteria and the acids found in the mouth.

Answered 2/23/2016

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