Expert Cavity Fillings for a Healthy Smile
Discovering you have a cavity is a bummer, but it’s nothing to worry about! We treat them with fillings every day!
At Peppermint Dental & Orthodontics McKinney TX, our team works hard to make treatment as simple, convenient, and pleasant as possible. Plus, the earlier you visit for a filling, the more likely you’ll be to avoid a potential emergency later.
Call to schedule a short appointment, and get your tooth back in tiptop shape.
It’s always better to fix a tooth before it gets complicated. Schedule an appointment with our Peppermint Dental & Orthodontics team in McKinney today so you can get the filling you need and avoid a bigger issue later.
When Do I Know I Need a Dental Filling?
Should you feel any discomfort or sensitivity in a particular part of your tooth, it might indicate tooth decay. This symptom acts as a warning for you and your dentist about possible problems like a cavity, a cracked tooth, or excessive tooth wear. To confirm if you have a cavity, we will carry out a series of tests, among others:
- Evaluation Through Observation
- Touching/Examining
- X-Rays
The tests will assist in identifying a diagnosis and treatment plan. If a cavity is small, it may be recommended to keep an eye on it. However, if the cavity is severe, causing discomfort, or located in a difficult-to-reach area, a filling is usually advised. During the filling process, the decayed part of the tooth is removed and replaced with a filling to prevent further decay.
Procedure of a Dental Filling:
- Your dentist will numb the area with local anesthesia, ensuring complete relief from discomfort after the quick injection.
- Before we move forward, we'll ensure to clean the tooth cavity thoroughly by eliminating any old filling or decayed tooth structure.
- After expertly creating the dental filling, it's placed into the cavity to serve as a reliable barrier, safeguarding your tooth from possible decay.
- The dentist will meticulously polish the filling to guarantee a smooth and correctly shaped surface. Furthermore, a bite test will be conducted to confirm the new filling's proper alignment with the opposing teeth.