In our previous blog, we took a detailed look at the way tooth decay – a common bacterial dental health concern – developed and spread throughout the mouth during its lifespan. We saw that the infection tends to hide in the crevices and other hard-to-access areas of the mouth, and without consistent in-house care, it could continue to spread at an alarmingly fast rate. As such, it is important to seek treatment as soon as you discover the issue, and our team can help. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI dentist discusses the important role of restorative dentistry in a dental filling, as well as what to expect from treatment.
Restorative Dentistry’s Role
Though tooth decay may be the most common form of bacterial concern out there, that does not mean it is the only one. As a matter of fact, your smile is constantly facing a barrage of oral health threats, complications to function, and even accidents and emergency situations that can lead to minor or significant issues down the line. Because of this, our team and many others emphasize the importance of restorative care.
You see, restorative dentistry is considered any practice that aims to address damage that has occurred to a tooth or other region of the mouth. The general theory is that most concerns can be stopped or mitigated, and that a process of rebuilding and reinforcing can improve your overall oral health.
Though restorative dentistry can be pursued in many forms based on a wide variety of needs, the most common – and most popular – restorative treatment for addressing mild infection is a dental filling. To learn more about this process and what your options for treatment may be, give our team a call today.
Mitigating Infection
Even if bacterial/dental infection is not the primary cause of the damage, it will soon settle in to wreak havoc once a breach has been established. Because of this, it is better to act with efficiency, such as meeting with our team for your filling.
A dental filling consists of cleaning the affected area to remove as much of the infection as possible, then filling the open cavity with a composite resin material. The material is then hardened, and you are on your way. Give our office a call to learn more.
Enhancing Structural Integrity
To ensure necessary support and protection, a filling is designed to address questions of structural integrity by providing a solid support. Once the material is cured, it functions as your tooth does and helps further support the pressure of your bite.
Schedule Your Visit
To learn more about the need for restorative dentistry and how dental fillings can help, contact Lake Orion Family Dentistry in Lake Orion, MI by calling 248-693-6213 and schedule your next checkup with our team today.
