A member asked:

I had a cavity at the gum line filled, but the filling materials comes out over the gums and created a significant ridge. will this ridge cause issue?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Absolutely: It will trap food and bacteria which can contribute to gum recession, bad breath, and premature failure of the restoration. Have your dentist smooth down the edge in question.

Answered 10/6/2016

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