A dental filling provides a way to treat tooth decay and bring relief to your aching teeth. But instead of metal ones, we offer treatment with a more lifelike and biocompatible option. In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about how we place fillings to stop cavities and offer lifelike results!
The Warning Signs of a Cavity
How do you know if you have a cavity that needs treatment? If you attend routine checkup and cleaning visits every six months, then our team can monitor your smile and catch the issues in the earliest stages of demineralization, often before you experience discomfort. Otherwise, you may not know until the decay has reached a more advanced state. This could mean the tooth hurts, feeling sensitive when you eat or drink, or developing a toothache that does not subside after a day or two. Don’t ignore these potential warning signs, see our team fight away so we can treat your cavity with a lifelike filling in only one visit!
Placing a Dental Filling
To treat the cavity and prevent an infection, our team will create and place a dental filling. The procedure only takes one visit. We will begin by numbing the tooth to keep you comfortable as we remove decay. Next, we clean the tooth thoroughly and then prepare the filling material. The composite resin we use is metal-free and safe for all ages, and can be color-matched for a more lifelike appearance. The material is applied in several layers and as we cure this under a light, we will sculpt and mold the tooth. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter and more attractive appearance. The entire process only takes one visit! We can even use the same material and process to mask cosmetic issues and even repair minor injuries to the tooth.
Preventing Tooth Decay
Following your filling placement, we could discuss ways to help avoid cavities. For example, be sure you attend your checkup and cleaning visits, as the cleaning removes the plaque and tartar that can weaken enamel and cause tooth decay. You can also better protect your smile at home by brushing and flossing daily, and cutting back on the sugar in your diet.
If you have any questions about how we treat cavities in only one visit with a durable and lifelike dental filling, or about how you can lower your overall risk of developing a cavity, then contact our team today to learn more and start your journey to a healthy smile.
Dental Impressions Provides Same-Day Treatment
A cavity treatment helps prevent infection and keeps your smile intact. To schedule an appointment for stopping tooth decay, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
