Cavities are a widespread issue that impacts smiles of all ages. With custom restorations, our team can treat them to preserve your tooth and stop toothaches. In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist talks about how we treat tooth decay with our custom and lifelike dental restorations.
The Dangers of a Cavity
Each tooth is covered by a layer of durable tooth enamel. Cavities occur when these layers weaken and portions erode, so harmful bacteria can then reach the sensitive inner layers and cause decay. This could be due to issues like poor brushing and flossing, plaque buildup, a diet high in sugar, and lack of professional cleanings. As the decay will grow with time, treatment is necessary to avoid infection that not only worsens discomfort, but could cause tooth loss too. When you experience tooth sensitivity during your meals, or a toothache that doesn’t subside with time, then contact our team for a dental filling.
Dental Fillings
The filling process only takes one visit, and can help prevent your cavity from becoming an infection! Our team will first numb the tooth so you are comfortable as we remove decay and clean the tooth. We then prepare the metal-free filling material, which we shade to blend with the rest of the tooth. Our team will apply this material to the tooth in several layers, and then sculpt and mold it while the composite resin cures beneath a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance, so you have a more attractive smile and one free of painful tooth decay too!
Custom Dental Crowns
If you have a more severe case of tooth decay, we could offer help with a dental crown. This is a full restoration that will cap the tooth and offer instant improvement for the shape and color of the tooth. We will begin again by numbing your tooth and removing structure to make room for your restoration. Next, we take digital, images and measurements that we will use in lab setting as we design and craft the restoration. When the crown is ready, we will check the fit and then attach it with a powerful bonding agent. When possible, we will use lifelike martials like porcelain or zirconia.
If you have any questions about how we treat cavities with our fillings and crowns, or if you would like to schedule a visit, then contact our team today to learn more.
Dental Impressions Talks About Treating Cavities
We want to offer a custom solution to your cavity, so you can enjoy relief from discomfort. To find out more about helping smiles with restorative dentistry, call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
