There is a Dark Line Between the Edge of the Tooth Filling and my Natual Tooth, Should I Be Concerned? (photo)

August 8, 2013
Asked By:serenaz0

I had this tooth filling done 4 months ago. Yesterday I saw a dark line between the edge of the filling and my tooth. I brushed it with toothbrush but it didn't come off. It doesn't hurt, could it be cavity since it's only been a few months? That part was healthy before the filling. What could be causing the dark line? Should I have the dentist remove the filling and redo it, or just remove that dark line part and add some filling on top? I'm attaching pics of 4 months ago and today. Thanks.

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August 12, 2013

Answer: Redo

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August 12, 2013

Answer: Microleakage

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Answer: Microleakage

August 12, 2013

Answer: Dark line between a tooth and filling

August 12, 2013

Answer: Dark line between a tooth and filling

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August 10, 2013

Answer: Dark Line Between Edge of Filling and Tooth

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August 12, 2013

Answer: No worries

August 12, 2013

Answer: No worries

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