Categories: Restorative Dentistry

Treating A Cavity Without Changing Your Smile

There may be many concerns you have going into a cavity treatment: What will it take to fully restore your tooth’s health? Will there be any lasting problems with your tooth after treatment? How will restorative work affect your smile? At our Dallas, TX dentist’s office, we can provide treatments for decay that deliver lasting benefits. We can provide lifelike dental fillings and dental crowns that are capable of protecting teeth for many years. As a result, you can enjoy meaningful protection without having to lose confidence in the way you look!

Why Cavities Are Not A Problem To Take Lightly

Any time you have a problem with tooth decay, you should take it seriously. When a cavity is caught early, we can treat it before you experience more alarming issues, like an infection, but remember that even a small cavity will do permanent damage to your tooth structure. Given enough time, the decay will lead to the movement of bacteria into the central chamber of your tooth, the pulp, which leads to discomfort and puts you at risk for tooth loss and more! Once we identify the need to provide treatment for decay, we can proceed with work to both treat the site of your infection and preserve the tooth.

Planning Your Restorative Dental Work

It is necessary for us to study your tooth to see what kind of restorative dental work you require. In circumstances where cavities are caught in time, we can use conservative dental fillings to provide protection for the surrounding structure. We can recommend that you receive a filling made with a composite resin material that bonds to your enamel and matches its appearance. If there is too much damage, or if we need to address internal problems with a root canal, we can instead provide care with a custom dental crown. Crowns are made to surround teeth and provide important support through the years. A restoration made with porcelain can provide the structural support needed while also matching your tooth’s healthy appearance.

What Can I Do To Avoid Cavities More Effectively?

By scheduling regular dental exams and cleanings, you can both receive timely updates about dental decay and have an easier time avoiding problems. These visits include both careful studies of your teeth and gums and cleanings by your hygienist. Cleanings will remove both plaque and tartar in order to keep your risk for future oral health threats lower.

Talk To Your Dallas, TX Dentist About Lifelike Cavity Treatments!

With the right approach to cavity treatment, you can walk away from our practice with confidence in your smile as well as your oral health! If you would like to find out more about our restorative services, or if there is any other matter that you would like to discuss, contact Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry in Dallas, TX at 972-329-7645.

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