When you have a cavity, you need to see our team. Your toothache could be stopped and your tooth saved, with a lifelike dental restoration and in one visit! In today’s blog, your team at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, talks about how we treat cavities with metal-free dental fillings.
The Causes of Tooth Decay (and the Warning Signs)
How does a cavity form in our smiles? The trouble occurs when factors weaken or erode the protective layer of outer enamel, which enables bacteria to reach the inner dentin and form cavities. The enamel could be weakened by plaque and tartar buildup, layers created by factors like a diet high in sugar and starch, and poor brushing and flossing habits. You could also weaken or damage enamel due to injury to the teeth or chronic teeth grinding (bruxism).
Warning signs include tooth sensitivity when you eat or speak, or a toothache that lasts for more than a day. Don’t ignore these potential warning signs, see our team so that we can decide if you need a metal-free filling!
Our Metal-Free Restorations
Our metal-free dental fillings are made from a material known as composite resin. A blend of glass-like and acrylic particles, this is safe for all ages and bonds with the tooth, so you enjoy long-lasting and effective restoration. We even use the same material in a cosmetic bonding procedure to repair minor damage and mask imperfections like teeth stains and misshapen structures. The material is color-matched to blend with your tooth.
Placement only takes one visit. We will nub your tooth and then gently remove all decay and clean the area. We then fill the exposed decayed area with the metal-free restoration. As we shape and sculpt the tooth, we will cure the material under a light. We want to ensure an attractive appearance and a properly balanced bite. We then polish it for a brighter appearance. The entire process only takes one visit to complete!
Avoiding Tooth Decay
While we are ready to treat tooth decay with a metal-free filling, we would rather help you avoid a cavity altogether. With a routine cleaning every six months, we can remove the plaque and tartar that weakens and erodes outer enamel. With better brushing and flossing habits, you can limit plaque and tartar in between your office visits. You can also help by avoiding too much sugar too! If you have any questions about avoiding tooth decay or about how we treat cavities with our metal-free dental fillings, then contact our team today.
Grinnell Street Dental Provides Metal-Free Dental Restorations
A metal-free dental filling stops decay and keeps your smile comfortable and full. To find out more about our office or to schedule your upcoming appointment, call Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY today at (307) 672-7567.
