Silver in Gum Tissue?

December 15, 2012
Asked By:crotto

After having a porcelain crown replace a large filling, I have tiny silver specks in the surrounding gum tissue. Why ? And can I remove the specks?

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December 18, 2012

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December 30, 2012

Answer: Silver specks!!!

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December 30, 2012

Answer: Silver specks!!!

December 21, 2012

Answer: Silver in gum tissue

December 21, 2012

Answer: Silver in gum tissue

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December 18, 2012

Answer: Silver in my gums?

December 18, 2012

Answer: Silver in my gums?

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