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	I need a filling, but my tooth doesn't hurt. Should I have a new filling put in?

	My dentist suggests a crown to repair my tooth, but I prefer to leave it like it is for now. Is this the right decision?

	I just spent $500 for a root canal. Why should I have a crown?

	Why do my teeth need a cleaning every 6 to 9 months?

	My dentures hurt. Is there anything that can be done to adjust them and make me feel better?

	Can you use white fillings?

	My teeth look yellow. Can they be whitened?

	What causes bad breath?

	What is the relation between smoking and gum diseases?

Answer

Although there may be a sign of decay on your x-ray or by direct observation, it may take awhile before you really feel any pain because of the structure of the tooth. If you wait too long and the decay progresses, you may require a more extensive filling, or even a crown or a root canal if the tooth becomes infected. It's best not to wait until you experience pain.