Warning Signs of a Loose Filling

If one of your dental fillings falls out, you will need to replace it to protect your tooth. Dr. Richard Hamaty and Dr. Joseph Morcos at Richard Hamaty DMD, Inc., Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, located in Yorba Linda, CA, is the premier Yorba Linda Dentist and can help you with your dental filling replacement today.

Warning Signs of a Loose Filling

There are many signs that your dental filling is loose or has fallen out.

Foreign Object in Your Mouth After Biting

Have you ever been eating your favorite foods, take a bite, and then felt something hard in your mouth as you chew? The object may be your dental filling. When this happens, it is best to call your dentist immediately. The longer you wait to replace your filling, the higher risk you risk of cavities.

You Can Feel That It is Gone

Sometimes a filling will fall out without you realizing it. You could even swallow it. However, once your tongue comes into contact with that tooth, you will be able to tell the filling is gone. There will be a deep indention where the filling used to be that you won't mistake for anything else.

What if you feel the filling with your tongue, but you notice a crack? The crack is a sign that the filling is damaged and also needs replacement.

You Notice Food Stuck In the Affected Tooth

Bits of food can easily fit into the crevice of a tooth. If food is getting trapped in your tooth, that means bacteria is also trapped. The bacteria can cause tooth decay, which is why immediate restoration is important.

You Experience Tooth Pain

Pain after the filling falls out is a sure sign that replacement is needed. Pain tells you that the filling has either partially or entirely fallen out. Another pain felt with a lost filling is a chronic headache. When in doubt, it is always best to reach out to Dr. Hamaty or Dr. Morcos because as a Yorba Linda Dentist, he is your local dental filling expert.

You Experience Tooth Sensitivity

If you are sipping your favorite cold beverage and suddenly start to feel some mild pain or discomfort, you may be experiencing tooth sensitivity caused by a missing or loose filling. If you wait too long to repair the tooth, the pain can become severe.

Some other signs that it may be time to replace your dental filling is if you notice a change in its color or if you've had the filling for ten years or longer.

At Richard Hamatay, DMD, Inc, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, dentist Dr. Hamatay and Dr. Morcos, located in Yorba Linda, CA, will monitor your fillings during regular check-up visits and professional cleanings to ensure they are maintained and healthy. Call today for an appointment at (714) 779-1313.

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