If you have a cavity, your tooth could hurt and treatment could be crucial for avoiding infection and more serious discomfort. But we can help by placing a tooth-colored dental filling, one that bonds with the tooth. In today’s blog, your Rowlett, TX, dentist talks about how we place our lifelike tooth fillings and provide relief from your toothache!
Don’t Ignore that Toothache
When you have a tooth that hurts and the pain lasts for more than a day or two, this could be a sign of a cavity. Once your tooth hurts, this means the decay is in a more advanced stage and treatment is crucial for avoiding the onset of infection and the potential loss of the tooth. We will take a close look at your tooth with digital imaging technology, which will allow us to closely examine your tooth and assess the extent of the cavity, so we can plan the appropriate treatment. In most cases, our team can offer relief in only one visit with a dental filling!
Placing a Tooth-Colored Tooth Filling
How do we treat a cavity with a filling? The process only takes one visit and provides a lifelike appearance. To begin, we will numb the tooth to ensure you are comfortable as we remove decay from the tooth and clean it thoroughly. We then prepare the material, a composite resin that is metal-free and safe for all ages. We will shade it to blend with your tooth. We apply the material in several layers and then sculpt and mold the tooth while the material cures beneath a light. The final step is to polish. In one sitting, we stop your toothache and prevent your tooth from being infected.
Preventing the Onset of a Cavity
You and your family can help lower your risk of future cavities and the need for restorations with daily oral hygiene habits. For example, everyone needs to begin and end their day by brushing their teeth for two minutes and they should use a fluoride toothpaste to help keep outer enamel strong. We also urge patients to floss every evening before they brush that second time to remove what a toothbrush alone cannot reach. Cutting back on the sugar and starch in your diet can help limit cavities too. Finally, be sure you see our team for a checkup and cleaning every six months too!
If you have any questions about how we treat cavities with a filling, then contact our team today.
Schedule a Visit With Rodem Tree Dental for Cavity Treatment
With a tooth-colored dental restoration we can help prevent the onset of infection and keep your smile comfortable and whole. To find out more about treating the decay in your tooth, call Rodem Tree Dental in Rowlett, TX at 972-475-2321.
