Cavities are a serious oral health concern that can impact the smiles of kids and adults alike. But our team can offer a solution with a dental filling, and this only takes one visit too! In today’s blog, your team at Central Park Dentistry in Charles City, IA, talks about our lifelike tooth fillings.
The Onset of Tooth Decay
What causes a cavity to form, and when do you need to see for a natural-looking dental filling? Cavities form when harmful bacteria can move past the outer enamel and into the sensitive layers of dentin beneath. When this happens, decay occurs that can spread and eventually cause infection. The enamel could be weakened by plaque and tartar buildup, which occurs due to factors like improper brushing and flossing and/or a diet high in sugar. An injury to the tooth or teeth grinding could also be factors.
When decay occurs, you could experience a toothache that grows in severity with time, or sensitivity when you eat or drink. Don’t ignore this pain, we can stop decay and prevent infection, and do so with lifelike results! Our tooth fillings provide care with a natural appearance.
Treatment
For tooth fillings that provide care with a natural appearance, we start by examining the tooth to assess the severity of the cavity. Next, we will gently remove the decay and clean the tooth. We numb your tooth to ensure this is a comfortable process. Next, we will apply the material, a composite resin that is metal-free and safe for patients of all ages. We sculpt and mild the tooth as the material cures under a light, and we polish it for a brighter appearance. In one visit, we halt decay and protect the stability of your tooth, all with a natural appearance afterward.
Cavity Prevention
We can also offer ways to prevent cavities. For all ages, we can offer a dental cleaning every six months to remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth. For kids, we can discuss fluoride treatments and dental sealants to help strengthen smiles and lower the risk of decay. We can apply fluoride every checkup visit, and sealants can last for years to come. Our team is also eager to show you all how to properly brush and floss, and discuss healthier aligners to sugary foods and drinks.
If you have any questions about how our tooth fillings provide care with a natural appearance, then contact our office today to learn more and get started on your treatment.
Central Park Dentistry Provides One-Visit Restorative Treatment
We want to help treat cavities in one visit and ensure lifelike results too. To find out more about restorative dentistry, call Central Park Dentistry in Charles City, IA at 641.228.1115.
