I got my tooth filled because I had a very bad cavity. The doctor said it was a deep filling. It’s been about 5 weeks but my tooth still seems to bother me with things that are cold. Is this something I should be worried about, or is this normal when you get a deep filling?
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Sensitivity to Cold After Deep Fillings is Normal
Yes,your tooth can be fixed. But more important discuss with your dentist what you can do to prevent future damage. Dentist's filling materials are never as good as the original tooth.
You need to go to your dentist and have him evaluate why your 2 front teeth are so translucent.
Do you drink or have you eaten food that has acid like coke or lemon that might cause this erosion.
You also need to have your bite checked because this may be causing the problem.
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From the photo you provided it seems like part of a calculus(tartar)build up chipped of and NOT your tooth structure. You should see a dentist to examine and most likely go through oral hygiene treatment to remove all those build ups and make your gum and bone which are the foundation...
