When tooth decay forms, this could mean eventual sensitivity when you eat or drink, or even a painful ache that doesn’t subside. However, with a filling your Greenville, TX, dentist can offer a solution in only one visit. In addition, our fillings will be designed to look natural too, and provide a long-lasting solution to cavities for people of all ages.
The Warning Signs of a Cavity
A cavity forms when harmful bacteria is able to reach the inner layers of dentin. The decay will grow and spread with time unless treated, eventually reaching the inner pulp. At this stage, not only will your tooth begin to ache, but the risk of infection increases significantly. If you experience pain, please let us know right away. We also suggest a routine checkup every six months, which could enable us to identify a cavity in the earliest possible stages, before you experience discomfort and before the risk of infection rises.
Creating a Lifelike Filling
If you have a cavity, we will begin by administering a numbing agent before removing all decay from the tooth. We then clean the tooth thoroughly and may etch the surface. We prepare the filling material, a metal-free composite resin that blends glass and acrylic for a restoration that looks natural and is safe for people of all ages. We apply the material to the tooth and then cure it under a light. As the composite resin cures, we begin to mold and shape the tooth. Finally, we polish the tooth for a more lifelike appearance. In juts one visit, we repair your smile. If you have advanced tooth decay, then we could discuss treatment with a root canal and a custom-made dental crown too, preventing the loss of your tooth!
Understanding the Causes of Tooth Decay
If you understand what cause a cavity, you can take steps to protect your smile. Injury, or plaque buildup, weaken the outer enamel and could expose the inner dentin. To avoid injury, try to wear a mouthguard when playing sports. To prevent major plaque buildup, be sure you brush and floss daily, and eat a healthy diet. Every six months, see us for a cleaning so we can remove plaque to keep your smile healthy and strong. We will examine and clean your smile in the same visit! If you have any questions about avoiding the onset of cavities, or about treating them with dental fillings, then contact our team today.
Your Greenville, TX Dentist Offers Cosmetic Restorations
At Smith Family Dentistry, our team wants to help correct cavities with a natural-looking treatment option. To learn more about how we treat tooth decay with a restoration, then contact your Greenville, TX, dentist, Dr. Smith, by calling 903-455-5750.