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Metallic Taste After Temporary Filling Fell Off. Possible Complications?
Hi, I had an abscess and needed a root canal. The endodontist drained the abscess and put a temporary filling in and I need to get the rest of the root canal finished. Today the temporary filling fell out and I now have a hole in my tooth and my mouth takes like metal and feels funny. Is this dangerous and what are the possible complications? If I get the remainder of the root canal done in two days is that okay? Should I expect to start feeling pain or any other symptoms?
Wed, 15 May 2013
Hello,
The temporary filling is to prevent the exposed root from any injury and infection.
If your next sitting is only 2 days away than you can wait.
In the meantime maintain good oral hygiene.
Avoid hard foodstuffs and consume soft ones.
Prevent food from getting trapped into the cavity.
If there are any signs of pain and redness immediately consult your dentist.
The temporary filling is to prevent the exposed root from any injury and infection.
If your next sitting is only 2 days away than you can wait.
In the meantime maintain good oral hygiene.
Avoid hard foodstuffs and consume soft ones.
Prevent food from getting trapped into the cavity.
If there are any signs of pain and redness immediately consult your dentist.
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