A Dental Filling Restores Your Tooth Right Away

Cavities are a common oral health problem that almost every individual faces at some point throughout the life of their teeth. By brushing and flossing your teeth every day and visiting your dentist every six months, you can reduce your risk for cavities substantially, but genetics also play a role that may be out of your control. Whatever the circumstance, if you do develop a cavity (or multiple cavities), you’ll want to address the problem as soon as possible. Dental fillings can restore your damaged tooth right away. If you hold off on a filling, your problems will get worse.

Dental Fillings Can Be Completed in a Single Office Visit

Dental fillings are the most basic and straightforward solution for tooth decay. As bacteria build up on the surface of your tooth, they produce acid that wears away at the enamel of your tooth. Over time, a hole forms in that enamel, which is known as a cavity. To repair a cavity, your dentist first has to clean out the infection from the hole. Then, your dentist can fill the cavity with dental resin to repair the damage. The resin will set quickly and restore the structure of your tooth. This entire process can be completed pretty quickly, depending on the size of your cavity.

Composite Dental Resin Has Many Benefits

Originally, metal amalgams were commonly used for dental fillings. These materials are hard and durable, but they’re not the most malleable. They also stand out in your mouth, so after getting your dental filling, everyone would be able to see it. Composite dental resin is a tooth-colored material that is actually more malleable than metal amalgams. That means that it more completely fills the contour of the cavity, making for a better fit after treatment. It also blends in with the appearance of your teeth, so it’s discreet.

Treating Tooth Decay Early Leads to the Best Results

If you haven’t been to the dentist in a couple of years and you’ve built up anxiety about the prospect of making an appointment, you’re not alone. This, and a lack of dental insurance, are the primary reasons that many people don’t make biannual appointments. It’s important to note that tooth decay is a progressive condition, meaning that the longer you wait, the further it advances. You should address any oral health issues you have now, before the infection spreads throughout your mouth.

ABOUT YOUR AUSTIN, MN, DENTIST:

Our team offers our patients and their family access to comprehensive dental care, including general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. To schedule an appointment with the Potach and Mitchell Dental Clinic, contact our Austin, MN dental office today by calling 507-437-6312. Our office welcomes patients from Austin, MN and surrounding communities.