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Need expert opinion on when getting a cavity filled does the dentist take an x-ray?
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Sometimes: It is usually best to diagnose using the aid of x-rays, but it is not always necessary.
Answered 8/17/2013
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X-ray: Yes it is usually needed to see where on the tooth the cavity is. There can be visible areas on the tooth that need to be filled but unless the tooth was no other teeth around it x-rays are usually needed.
Answered 9/9/2013
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