Category: Dental Filling
Exploring Dental Fillings: Types, Costs, and Benefits
Dental fillings play a crucial role in restorative dentistry, allowing us to treat cavities and repair damaged teeth effectively. By removing decayed material and filling the cavity with suitable materials, dental fillings improve dental health and help prevent further decay. Let’s dive into the different types of dental fillings, their costs, and the benefits they…
Say Goodbye to Silver Fillings: The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Are you tired of those unsightly silver fillings in your teeth? You’re not alone. Many people are opting for tooth-colored fillings which blend seamlessly into your natural teeth, providing a more aesthetically pleasing look. But that’s not the only benefit! In this blog post, we’ll dive into the many advantages of saying goodbye to silver…
Dental Fillings: Know Your Material
Most people are familiar with the term “dental filling,” as it is the treatment of choice when a cavity needs to be repaired. When decay (or a cavity) has caused an area of damage in a tooth, a dental filling is what dentists use to restore the tooth back to its original structure and integrity.…
Dental Fillings: Composite Versus Amalgam
Dental fillings are used to repair an area of tooth decay, or a cavity. There are many different types of filling materials that can be used. The two most commonly known options are composite (tooth-colored) and amalgam (silver). While many dentists are making the switch to composite resin, you may be one that still has…
Importance of Cracked Tooth Repair
While it may seem obvious that a large chip or broken tooth needs your dentist’s attention, you may wonder if a small tooth crack is really a big deal. The truth is, every type of tooth fracture needs prompt treatment, even when it seems insignificant or harmless. You may not even know you have a…
Cavities 101
Not only is tooth decay a sign of poor oral health, it is sadly a very common health issue for both kids and adults. In fact, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, approximately 92 percent of adults in the United States from ages 20 to 64 have had cavities in their…
The Sweet Tooth Threat
Maybe it is you or someone you know, but we’ve all heard the phrase “It’s my sweet tooth” as a lighthearted excuse to consume some extra sugar. The truth is there are some real health threats for those that have a sweet tooth, and it goes beyond cavities and obesity. Sugar is a leading cause…
How to Prepare Your Child For a Filling
If you have recently been told your child has a cavity, you are not alone. Dental caries is more common among young children than any other chronic illness, including asthma and diabetes. In fact, at least 4 million preschoolers suffer from tooth decay, which is an increase of more than 600,000 kids in the last…
