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A hour ago, while eating salad .i swallowed a jagged mercy filling i have had in my mouth for years. i am concerned this will tear my stomach or wors?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Don't be concerned: Restorations are not that large and the broken piece should pass without an issue. Have that broken tooth restored by a dentist to avoid further problems.

Answered 10/12/2016

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Dr. Robert Douglas answered

Specializes in Orthodontics

No: Swallowing the filling won't hurt or poison you. It will pass. Be sure to have the tooth fixed before you need a root canal or extraction.

Answered 10/12/2016

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Rare: Would be a rare occurrence. Make sure tooth is fixed.

Answered 10/12/2016

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