Patients of all ages can get cavities, even when you do your best to prevent them. While this is a common problem, we understand that it can be frustrating to find out you need additional treatments to protect your smile. The team at Sunny Smiles offers lifelike dental fillings to restore your pearly whites after a cavity. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about why these are necessary.
Fillings Restore And Protect Your Tooth
As you may already know, you should see the dentist twice a year for a dental cleaning and examination. These appointments help remove plaque buildup from your teeth and check for dental concerns early. Your dentist may be able to spot signs of decay through X-rays or physical signs, like a change in texture or color of your dental structure. In some cases, you may know that a cavity is growing because the area may have a lingering sensitivity after eating or drinking. If you have a cavity, you will need to get a dental filling done as soon as possible. This restoration can stop the cavity from worsening and prevents bacteria from entering.
The Decay Could Continue To Spread
It can take several months for a cavity to form a hole on your tooth. By the time one has been detected, you will need to have it restored promptly to avoid worsening symptoms. If this treatment is put off, the bacteria could continue wearing away your enamel and dentin, eventually reaching the pulp. When it reaches the pulp, you could experience severe discomfort and a lingering toothache that cannot be relieved with at-home remedies. A root canal treatment may be necessary if it is too late for a dental filling to recover the area. This procedure involves removing the damaged pulp inside your tooth and replacing it with a stronger material.
Composite Resin Blends In With Your Smile
The goal for this restoration is to protect your tooth and also maintain the natural appearance of your smile. To do this, we prefer to use composite resin for this procedure. Composite resin is a material that can be used for restorative and cosmetic purposes. It can easily be bonded to many surfaces, meaning only a small amount of your tooth’s natural structure will need to be removed before adding the filling. The resin also looks lifelike and will blend in easily with your smile. After having this restoration done, you will continue your normal oral hygiene routine as usual.
Learn More About Our Restorative Treatments
The team at Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry in El Paso, TX, offers restorative treatments including fillings, root canals, crowns, and more. To schedule an appointment with our team, call 915-759-7000 today.