Once a cavity forms, there will be no way to address the problem without permanently removing the infected portion of the tooth and placing a restoration to address this loss of material. For many patients, this work will occur when there is still time to take care of the matter with a custom filling. As a result, they can minimize the overall changes that must take place, and they can enjoy results from a more conservative restoration. Dental fillings provide protection to an immediate area but leave the surrounding healthy enamel unchanged. The ones placed at our practice can provide this support while also avoiding unwanted attention, as they are made from a material that imitates healthy enamel.
Fillings made from a lifelike composite resin material can certainly provide important benefits during cavity treatment. The substance actually adheres directly to your enamel to create a remarkably strong hold. It will also provide a good cosmetic match for your enamel, which means it is hard for people to notice. This material is applied directly to the site of decay after your dentist carefully removes the damaged material, and it will remain secured for many years after.
With dental crowns, we can provide protection when teeth need more than just their dental fillings to take care of them. These restorations surround teeth rather than treat the direct site where a cavity formed. This provides more functional support, but it will also require more preparatory work—we can provide the appropriate review to determine if this level of protection is needed before moving forward with treatment.
Because our practice provides dental fillings that are durable, lifelike, and able to bond directly to tooth enamel, we can provide effective and long-lasting solutions for oral health problems! If you would like to learn more about how we can take care of you, please call Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry in Dallas, TX at 972-329-7645.
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