To treat a cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decay was. Fillings are also used to repair cracked, broken or injured teeth and teeth that have been worn down from nail-biting, tooth grinding or other misuse.
Teeth can be filled with white porcelain, silver amalgam or a white glass material called composite resin fillings. Your dentist’s recommendation helps determine the type of filling that will best address your needs. General considerations include the extent and location of the decay, the cost of the filling material, and your insurance coverage.
To maintain your fillings you should follow good oral hygiene practices and visit your dentist regularly for cleanings. Additionally, make sure to brush with a toothpaste containing fluoride, and floss at least once daily.
If your dentist suspects that a filling might be cracked, he or she will take x-rays to assess the situation. If your tooth is extremely sensitive, you feel a sharp edge, you notice a crack in the filling, or a piece of the filling is missing, call your dentist for an appointment.
At Aspire Dental & Implants, we offer several options of affordably priced fillings. Our quality fillings help you prevent more serious dental health issues and painful dental emergencies down the road.
Everyone is so friendly and helpful! Great cleaning and cavity filling service!
Had a cleaning done and couple cavities filled. Easy process with no problems at all. Hadn't been to the dentist in a couple years either due to moving so they really beat my teeth up- but it was much needed! Teeth feel great. Thank you.
I am very happy with the treatment, I had three fillings and three crowns done in one session I’m very efficient yet thorough way. I was as comfortable as it gets in that chair. Very impressed with modern approach.