Cavities can lead to serious trouble for your smile. What starts as a toothache could lead to an infection or even the chance of losing the tooth altogether! To treat the issue and ensure lifelike results, we can use a holistic and metal-free material. In today’s blog, your Lake Orion, MI, dentist talks about dental fillings.
The Causes and Symptoms of a Cavity
When should you see our team for cavity treatment? If you attend our regular checkup and cleaning visits, then we can likely catch decay in the early stages of demineralization, often before you ever experience symptoms, and offer care. Otherwise, you should see us when your tooth hurts, because at this point the decay is likely in a more advanced stage and care is crucial for avoiding an infected tooth. When you have persistent tooth sensitivity and a toothache that does not subside after a day or two, then reach out to us for an exam and to discuss possible solutions, such as a holistic and metal-free dental filling!
Treatment with a Holistic Filling
Holistic fillings mean we do not use metal to create them, so we have a natural-looking option that bonds with the tooth and is safe for all ages and patient types. The material is long-lasting, and can be shaded to ensure it blends with the teeth. Placement only takes one visit too! We will numb your tooth to keep you cozy as we remove the decay and then clean it. Our team will then apply the prepared filling material in several layers, and then sculpt and mold the tooth as these layers cure under a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance, so in one visit you enjoy relief from discomfort and a more attractive smile!
Dental Bonding
Did you know we can also use the same composite resin material to repair minor damage and mask common cosmetic complaints in one visit? With dental bonding, we employ the same holistic material to repair minor chips and cracks to prevent decay or infection, and ensure lifelike results. We can also help address misshapen teeth, lengthen worn-down teeth, and even mask permanent teeth stains. Our team could fill in minor gaps between teeth too.
If you have any questions about how we help smiles with holistic and metal-free fillings and bonding procedures, then contact our team today to learn more.
Lake Orion Family Dentistry Treats Tooth Decay
Our team can treat cavities with a lifelike option, one made from a metal-free material, so you can feel confident and enjoy long-lasting improvement. To find out more about how we treat a cavity in one visit or to schedule an appointment, call Lake Orion Family Dentistry in Lake Orion, MI at (248)693-6213.
