If you have a toothache, don’t wait until after the holidays to treat it! Otherwise, you increase the risk of an infection. But we can help! In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist talks about taking care of your toothache with a lifelike filling before the holidays!
The Causes and Warning Signs of a Cavity
How do you know if you have a cavity? The decay forms when harmful bacteria can bypass the protective outer enamel and reach the sensitive inner layers of dentin. This could happen due to plaque buildup brought on by poor oral hygiene, which weakens and erodes the outer enamel. An injury to the tooth or teeth grinding (bruxism) could also be responsible. If you have an untreated cavity, you could experience sensitivity when you eat or drink, or a toothache that doesn’t pass with time. Lack of treatment could mean the decay becomes an infection that causes more severe pain and increases the risk of losing the tooth altogether. But we can help in one visit with a filling!
Creating Composite Resin Dental Restorations
The restoration won’t be made from metal, which means it is safe for all ages, bonds with the tooth, and offers a lifelike appearance. We will numb your tooth to ensure your comfort as we remove decay and clean the tooth. We then prepare and place the filling in several layers. As we cure the material under a light, our team will sculpt and mold the tooth to ensure a brighter appearance. The last step is to polish the tooth. In one visit, we can address decay and protect your smile from pain and infection!
Restoring Your Smile
If you have pain or sensitivity in one or more of your teeth, then let us know now! We can conduct an exam before the holiday season fills your schedule, and if we find decay we can place a filling in only one visit. Our team will then stop decay and help you greet a new year with a comfortable and healthy smile. If you have any leftover dental insurance benefits or health savings account funds, then you can use them before they expire to cover portions of your treatment. Our office staff can help you find out what is available to use, so you can start a new year with a better smile!
If you have any questions about treating tooth decay with a tooth filling, then please contact our team today to learn more.
Dental Impressions Talks About Restorative Dentistry
In one visit, our team can provide treatment to improve your smile’s health and appearance. To schedule an appointment for restorative dentistry, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
