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 Lakewood Dental, 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.
Dr. Rexx and his team are very nice! Absolutely no pain or discomfort during my cavity fill. The dental hygienist is also very sweet, makes good conversation, and gives plenty of aftercare tips
I have been coming here for almost a year now and have gotten 4 fillings along with multiple cleanings with all ending and maintaining extremely well! Also, I was given helpful dental advice, aside fr... Read More
Amazing Dental office! Been going here for years and always a positive experience. The office staff is friendly and kind and the dental hygienists are wonderful; very thorough but gentle. We take our ... Read More
Dr. Rexx and his team are very nice! Absolutely no pain or discomfort during my cavity fill. The dental hygienist is also very sweet, makes good conversation, and gives plenty of aftercare tips
I have been coming here for almost a year now and have gotten 4 fillings along with multiple cleanings with all ending and maintaining extremely well! Also, I was given helpful dental advice, aside from common advice, which is much appreciated!
Amazing Dental office! Been going here for years and always a positive experience. The office staff is friendly and kind and the dental hygienists are wonderful; very thorough but gentle. We take our kids here too and everyone has helped them have a great experience too.
