Fillings
What are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings are treatments used to restore teeth that have decayed from dental cavities. Fillings repair the hollowed out portion of a tooth caused by bacteria eating away at the enamel and dentin. They are made of dental materials that aim to match the color of your natural teeth and fill in the space left behind after decay is removed.
Common filling types include:
● Composite resin – Tooth-colored mixture of glass or quartz in a plastic resin base.
Bonds to tooth for a natural appearance.
● Silver amalgam – Metal alloy mixture including silver, copper, tin and zinc. More
durable but less aesthetic.
● Glass ionomer – Translucent material made of acrylic and fluoroaluminosilicate
glass. Releases fluoride to prevent decay.
● Gold foil – Gold leaf filling hammered into place for durability. Less common
today.
Fillings restore the size, shape and function of damaged teeth. They prevent further decay and fracture so the tooth can remain healthy and strong.
Who Benefits from Fillings?
Fillings are the most common way to treat tooth decay detected early through regular dental exams. They are the first line of defense and ideal for small to mid-size cavities.
Good candidates for fillings include:
● Anyone with untreated dental cavities
● Patients with decay around old silver amalgam fillings
● Individuals who want to repair chipped, fractured, or worn down teeth
● People seeking a preventive solution to cover areas vulnerable to decay
● Patients with symptoms like sensitivity to hot/cold due to decay
Fillings preserve healthy tooth structure and aim to delay more involved treatments.
The Filling Procedure
Getting a filling is completed in one dental visit and involves:
1. Numbing the area with local anesthetic
2. Removing decayed material from the tooth
3. Cleaning and preparing the cavity
4. Filling the hole with the chosen material
5. Shaping for comfort and a natural appearance
With good oral hygiene and care, a filling can last many years before needing replacement.
Schedule an appointment today if you suspect you need a cavity filled. Detecting decay early is key to preventing extensive damage.
Happy Customers
Lex Iorizzo2024-02-28I have been terrified of going to the dentist from horror stories I’ve had since I was a child. This was the most seemless, and pleasant experience I’ve ever had. The doctor went over everything with me extremely comprehensively and what to expect. He also prefers conservative medicine, and works diligently to save your teeth. And I was in and out with having an exam, radiographs, and a cavity filled within an hour and a half. Couldn’t recommend this place more highly.
Dan Huber2024-02-22Always very professional and informative about the process. Friendly staff and office is very clean!
Sayra Martin2024-01-05I am a new patient and I am very impressed with the team. Stacy
Bee Bailey2023-09-11Best dental ever !!! Super friendly
One Fab Teacher2023-06-15This place is AMAZING! I wish I could give 10 stars. I would like to first state that the front desk receptionist was VERY kind. The wonderful lady who took care of my insurance information and payment today was so kind! Dr. Ly, was truly kind, compassionate, and so very knowledgeable. He was so gentle but honest about my situation and I really appreciate how thorough he was. Then the amazing Jackie who took care of my dental work. She was so thorough, kind, patient, and very honest the whole step of the way. Literally, when she was finished I had to hug her and I cried. I cried because I was so nervous, and she took such good care of me. When I looked in that mirror my mouth dropped. Seriously, this place was amazing! Everyone was so nice. Even the sweet lady who took my x-rays. I'm so thankful God blessed me with this FANTASTIC dental office. I have NEVER experienced this kind of service. They definitely, go above and beyond! Sending the whole staff ((HUGS)) -Tiffany
Amalia Delacruz2023-05-02Awesome experience everyone is super nice and makes sure you’re okay through the whole process
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Sandra Davis-Miller2022-11-16I love this dentist! I've followed him as his practice was displaced by the hurricane. I've had a few cavities filled and he's very gentle. If at all possible, I won't let anyone else in my mouth!
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