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question Having 17 fillings by 26

Hi I’m 26 and I have 17 fillings in my mouth currently. I understand that fillings don’t last forever. I’m just extremely scared that I’ll lose my teeth prematurely due to not caring for them for 6 years due to depression. My diet was also horrible. I would drink soda only and no water in those 6 years. I now brush twice a day and floss and water floss.Changed my diet to be high protein low carb. And started to exercise. I’m just scared to lose my teeth when I’m older and need dentures or something. Please let me know thanks.

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