When a cavity remains untreated, it can grow in severity until your tooth begins to hurt. At this point, care is crucial for avoiding infection and worsening aches! Fortunately, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist can provide relief from toothaches with a lifelike tooth filling.
The Factors Behind a Toothache
How does a toothache develop? A temporary ache is possible when you ride in an airplane or visit an area with a higher elevation than you are used to. Sinus or allergy issues could also cause short-lived discomfort, but these pass after only a few hours. When you have pain in a tooth that lasts for a day or two, this could potentially indicate the presence of a cavity or possibly the earliest stages of an infection. Treatment is needed to prevent worsening pain and also the risk of infection, and in more severe cases, tooth loss. When your tooth hurts, let us know!
Stopping Pain with a Dental Filling
Our team will take a close look at the aching tooth with digital x-rays, so we can see inside and assess the presence and severity of a cavity or infection. If we discover a cavity, then we could potentially provide relief in only one visit with a dental filling. The process starts with our team numbing the tooth to ensure you are comfortable as we remove decay from the tooth and clean it. We may etch the outer surfaces too.
Our team will apply the restoration material to the tooth, using a metal-free composite resin that we can shade to blend with your smile. We apply this in several layers and then sculpt and mold the tooth as the material cures under a light. The last step in the process is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance!
Preventing the Need for a Tooth Filling
In one visit, we can tackle tooth decay with a dental filling. But we can also provide treatment to help lower the risk of cavities and the need for a restoration. For example, our team can conduct a cleaning every six months to remove all plaque and tartar to prevent enamel erosion and cavities. For kids, we can discuss options like fluoride treatments and dental sealants to lower the risk of tooth decay. We can also recommend better oral hygiene habits to protect smiles from home.
If you have any questions about how our team will treat cavities and stop toothaches with a restoration, then contact our team today.
Call Dr. Robert Browne, D.D.S. for Restorative Dentistry
You don’t have to live with a toothache, we can offer relief and protect your smile with a dental filling! To find out more about restorative dentistry, or to schedule an appointment, please call Dr. Robert M. Browne, D.D.S. in Prairie Village, KS at (913) 901-8585.
