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Lost filling!!!

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noddyholder · 06/08/2005 21:57

I have had an aching tooth all day and have just realised I've lost a filling and I'm going on holiday monday!I have phoned the emergency dentist and they haven't called back yet.Do they have to treat me ?And if so how quickly?I am desperate and scared to leave it.Someone suggested a temporary over the counter filling but I'm not sure it would work.Any suggestions?Thanks

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jasper · 06/08/2005 22:03

They have to get back to you within 24hrs if you are a regisered NHS patient of the practice

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noddyholder · 06/08/2005 22:07

Thanks jasper I only phoned them 1hr ago so I'll just wait Will they fill it before I go?

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jasper · 06/08/2005 22:16

They should arrange to see you to offer pain relief which usually means a temporary filling .assuming the tooth is not too far gone - in which case root filling or extraction may be needed)
Have you tried ibuprofen?

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noddyholder · 06/08/2005 22:54

i have just spoken to her and they will do it 8am tomorrow morning i am so pleased was dreading diy filling tbh I will take some painkillers and go to bed now thanks xx