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Restore your health by restoring tooth structure
Having strong teeth is crucial for maintaining good overall health. However, as time goes by, the structure of a tooth can deteriorate, affecting its function and appearance. Dental fillings are used to restore teeth that have cavities, cracks, or are worn down due to misuse.
Whether you suffer from teeth damage caused by nail-biting, a painful cavity in one of your canines, or a chipped tooth resulting from an accident, our team is ready to provide assistance and support.
When do you need a dental filling?
If you experience pain or sensitivity in a specific area of your tooth, it could be a sign of tooth decay. This symptom serves as an alert for both you and your dentist to potential issues such as a cavity, a cracked tooth, or excessive wear on your teeth. To determine if you have a cavity, we will conduct a variety of tests, which may include but are not limited to:
Visual assessment
Probing/palpation
X-rays
These tests will result in a diagnosis and treatment plan. In the case of minor cavities, we may suggest a wait-and-see approach. However, if the cavity is significant, causing pain or situated in a difficult-to-access area, a filling is typically advised.
When treating a cavity with a filling, the decayed tooth structure is first removed. Then, a cavity filling is applied to "fill" the hole in your teeth, safeguarding your tooth against additional decay.
What you should anticipate after receiving a dental filling
After administering local anesthesia, your dentist will ensure that the area is numb. Once the quick injection is done, you will be completely pain-free!
Before we proceed, we will remove all decayed tooth structure or old filling by cleaning out the tooth cavity.
Afterwards, the dental filling is crafted and placed inside the cavity, effectively safeguarding your tooth against potential decay.
Afterwards, your dentist will carefully polish the filling to ensure a smooth and properly shaped surface. Additionally, a bite test will be performed to ensure that the new filling aligns correctly with the opposing teeth.
Contact us at Riverpark Dental of Howell now for hassle-free dental fillings in Howell, NJ