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Getting root canal retreatment on an abscessed tooth. part of the temporary filling fell off today.should i see a dentist soon or wait till monday?
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Any symptoms ?: If not, wait until Monday. The rest of the temp should be sufficient.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Dentemp: If possible, go to the drug store and get Dentemp. You are already having the root canal retreated, you do not need the tooth fractured in addition.
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