I Have to Have My Fillings Replaced :-(

Plaid Pants2 · ‎03-14-2015

I went to a new dentist yesterday. I wasn't happy with the dentist that I had been seeing, so I decided to switch.

When I was a child in the '70's, I had my cavities filled with amalgam, the silver stuff.

For over a year, I have been tasting metal in my mouth, and I mentioned it to my old dentist. He wasn't concerned about it.

Yesterday, before I even said anything, my new dentist said that my fillings were leaking.

I said, "That's why I can taste them!"

She said yes, that was why.

So now, in two weeks, I will go in and get half of them replaced, then at the end of the month, get the other side done.

I guess she doesn't want to put me through all that torture all at once.

I am not looking forward to having it done, even though I know that it needs to be done.

Has anybody here ever had their fillings replaced?

Was it painful?

I am a wimp when it comes to dental pain.

What was your experience?

Jordan2 · ‎03-16-2010

If I had the money I would have them all replaced too. My dentist hasn't said my fillings are leaking but I have had some crowns (4) put in because of the over filling of these teeth. I'm sure she will give you Novocaine and the needle pinches a little, the worst part. After that you just have to wait for the Novocaine to wear off. Good luck!

Lacey1 · ‎03-09-2010

I have not had my old fillings,( CIRCA EARLY 1970'S) replaced. I would get a 2nd opinion-there are other medical conditions that could cause you to taste metal. I've never heard of leaking fillings.

pommom · ‎03-10-2010

Technology being what it is today, dental techniques have much improved. I had two fillings a few months ago and the procedure was painless. My gums had to be desensitized, of course, but there was no gum tenderness or pain afterwards.

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colliegirls · ‎05-13-2012

All of my old fillings have gradually been replaced. It is not a big deal if there is no further decay in the tooth.

Plaid Pants2 · ‎03-14-2015

@Lacey1 wrote:
I have not had my old fillings,( CIRCA EARLY 1970'S) replaced. I would get a 2nd opinion-there are other medical conditions that could cause you to taste metal. I've never heard of leaking fillings.

I'm not on any medications, supplements, or anything.

She also said that I need a night guard, because I'm grinding my teeth in my sleep, which is what my old dentist said, too.

I did have a guard made, but I lost the darn thing.

AngusandBuddhasMom · ‎03-10-2010

Just had that done last month and it was painless. My fillings as well were from childhood and had cracked. So glad I got it done.

Say Nay · ‎03-12-2010

Why dont you get another opinion? Telling you that you have leaking fillings sounds bizarre to me.

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Zita · ‎05-24-2011

I would definitely urge you to get a second opinion. The cost of replacing all your fillings will be high, I think. And I don't want to cast aspersions on the dental profession, but in these times when cavities are not as common as in the past, dentists have to pick up money someplace.

I've had many dentists over the years, and many have given me the hard sell on replacing teeth, adding new veneers, whitening procedures, etc. I cheerfully decline unless I have a real problem tooth.

Winkk · ‎03-15-2010

Add my name to the second opinion option. You never know if it is a sales pitch or not. But, if you do have it done it will be painless. They numb the entire area and you won't feel anything.