When you or a family experience a toothache, this could be a common warning sign of a cavity. Without treatment, you risk infection and more severe complications! But we can help offer relief, and in one visit. In today’s blog, Dr. James Stewart, DDS, PC, talks about helping smiles in Livonia, MI, with our tooth-colored dental fillings.
The Dangers of an Aching Tooth
Why should you be concerned about tooth sensitivity or a toothache? Even if the discomfort is minor, this could indicate the potential presence of a cavity and without treatment you risk worsening pain and even the onset of infection, which can threaten smile stability. When your toothache lasts for more than a day or two, consider an appointment. We will examine your tooth with digital x-rays to assess the presence of decay and the overall severity of it, so we can plan treatment. For many, this treatment could consist of a filling, one that looks natural and only takes one visit to place!
Dental Fillings
With a dental filling, we don’t need to use metal at all. Instead, we have a composite resin that can be shaded to blend with your smile, a material that is safe for all ages too. Our team will numb your tooth so you stay comfortable as we gently remove all decay and clean the tooth. We may etch portions of the outer structure too. We then apply the prepped composite resin material in several layers. Our team next sculpts and molds your tooth as this composite resin cures under a light. The last step is to polish the material for a more natural appearance. In one visit we can stop toothaches and prevent infection, keeping your smile beautiful and healthy.
The same material can also be used in a bonding procedure to repair minor injuries and even mask common cosmetic imperfections, such as severe teeth stains.
Cavity Prevention for All Ages
To help prevent cavities, we can offer a cleaning every six months to remove the plaque and tartar buildup that can weaken and erode outer enamel. We could also discuss options like fluoride treatments and dental sealants for kids, to help better protect them from tooth decay. Our team will also take time to discuss better homecare actions to prevent cavities, such as brushing and flossing, and even eating a healthier diet. If you have any questions about how we treated cavities with a filling in one sitting, or about how you can help lower your risk of tooth decay, then contact our team today to learn more.
Schedule Your Filling Placement With Dr. Stewart, DDS
Don’t ignore that toothache, talk to our team about helping with a dental restoration. To learn more about restorative dentistry, call Dr. Stewart, D.D.S., P.C. in Livonia, MI at 734-425-4400.