I think Bryanna answered your concerns really well. I hope you are less anxious. I still have a hole where the tooth was also after three weeks. I rinse after eating, so no food gets into that spot. I used a mouth mirror, and discovered the hole wasn't deep and appears to be closing the way it should. I hope it goes just fine for you, and that you continue to heal. I sure do understand your dislike of the whole thing. Me too. Just continue to do what you are doing and keep in touch with bryanna if you should develope another concern. Be good to yourself. ginnie