A cavity is a common oral health problem, but despite the prevalence, this is a serious issue that could eventually threaten smile stability! Cavities grow in severity and with time, could leave teeth vulnerable to infection and more. But we can help! In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist looks at our composite resin dental fillings.
The Presence of a Cavity
How do you know you have a cavity? If you attend checkup and cleaning visits to our office, then we can likely catch tooth decay in the earliest stages, before you even experience painful symptoms. Otherwise, you may not know you need treatment until the disease reaches the more advanced stage, at which point your tooth sensitivity and toothache could mean an infection could develop. Treatment for a cavity is essential to avoid infection and even the risk of tooth loss. Cavities occur when the outer enamel that protects the sensitive inner tooth structure is compromised, weekend by issues like plaque buildup brought on by a diet high in sugar and poor brushing and flossing habits. Teeth grinding or an injury to the tooth could also be a factor.
Examining Your Smile
With digital x-rays, our team can take a close look at a tooth’s interior, which enables us to assess the position and severity of the cavity. We then create a treatment plan to tackle the decay and treat it, so you don’t risk the onset of an infection. In most cases, we will use a filling to treat the tooth. Our team will begin by numbing the tooth to ensure you are comfortable as we place our lifelike and biocompatible composite resin dental filling.
Dental Fillings
We use composite resin because this metal-free material is safe for all ages, and can last for years to come which increases the risk of further decay, unlike metal restorations. We will begin by removing the decay from the tooth and then cleaning it thoroughly. We will prepare the filling material, which we shade to blend with your tooth. We apply this in several layers, and then as w cure the composite resin under a light, we will sculpt and mold the tooth. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance.
In one visit, we offer relief from tooth decay and a lifelike restoration too. If you have any questions about how we diagnose and treat cavities with our fillings, then contact our team today.
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT CUSTOM DENTAL RESTORATIONS?
We want to offer a lifelike and durable option for treating cavities and preserving your tooth. To find out more about our composite resin dental restorations, you can call Dr. Browne in Prairie Village, KS, at 913-901-8585.
