When to Seek Cavity Treatment
If you attend a checkup and cleaning visit with our team every six months, then we will be able to catch issues like tooth decay in the earliest stages, often before you experience discomfort. Otherwise, you may not realize you need treatment until the cavity reaches a more advanced state, at which point you could be experiencing tooth sensitivity and toothaches. Once your tooth begins to hurt, this could mean the decay has a greater chance of becoming an infection that threatens the stability of the tooth. Don’t ignore aches in your smile, talk to our team about placing a durable and lifelike filling to stop discomfort and reduce the risk of infection.
Our Lifelike Dental Fillings
While metal makes an effective filling, it could be unsafe for some patients and even change shape with time to increase the risk of further decay. We offer a more lifelike and biocompatible option that bonds with the tooth, and is safe for all ages since it contains no metal. Composite resin blends glass-like and acrylic particles that provide restoration that blends with the smile and stays in place for years to come. To place it, we will numb the tooth being treated and remove decay. We then prepare and place the material in several layers. Our team will sculpt and mold the tooth as the composite resin cures beneath a light. The last step is to polish your tooth so it shines!
Preventing Cavities
You can also take actions to lower your risk of tooth decay. For example, try to cut back on the foods and drinks that are high in sugar, as these feed harmful oral bacteria to cause tooth decay. Be sure you brush your teeth in the morning and at night for two minutes, using a fluoride toothpaste. Flossing every evening is essential too! Finally, make time to see our team for a checkup and cleaning visit once every six months. If you have any questions about preventing and treating tooth decay, then contact our team today.
Schedule Your Cosmetic Visit with Your East Cooper Dental In Charleston, SC
We want to help you avoid infection and enjoy results that blend with your smile. For more information on how we offer cosmetic treatment for cavities, then please give us a call at East Cooper Dental in Charleston, SC today at (843) 388-9894!