Guest guest Posted May 29, 2008 Report Share Posted May 29, 2008 I've just been to the dentist as I have had toothache for a few days. Apparently I have an abscess under a back tooth and have been given antibiotics for 5 days. There is an amalgam filling in the tooth which is apparently leaking (showed up on the x-ray) and will need replacing. I intend having all my amalgams replaced with composite fillings eventually - so I asked if this one could be swapped to composite once the abscess is treated. My dentist said the filling is too deep and a composite won't take as she won't be able to get a good seal. Are there any alternatives? The only other option is to have the tooth removed. Thanks for any advice. Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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