Dented Macbook Pro. Screen seems fine, but damamge in the future

Okay, so this morning. I find my Macbook Pro on the ground, and unfortunately it had a small, (but deep) dent. It isn't touching the display, but every time I open and close the lid, and when it gets shaken up from typing, I can see the pressure marks on the inside.
So, does non-constant pressure from the inside of the display, pose any threat to the machine?
I am getting it repaired from Apple very soon. but in the next few days, is it okay to use?
Thanks!

Welcome to Apple Discussions!
Bummer! The dent is on the outside of the lid? And you see pressure marks from the inside?
I'm not sure how Apple will repair this--whether they will replace the entire display or just the metal case. If they feel the display has been compromised, very likely they will want to replace it. From your description, it seems like the biggest threat to the machine would just be that the display might fail. But there is also the possibility that the shock of the drop may have affected something else.
Call Apple and ask them if it's OK to use it and write down who you talk to. If they say it's OK, then that makes them responsible if there are any adverse consequences. If they say not to, then don't. And just on general principles, back up all your data before sending it off.
Good luck!

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