Tooth decay is a common oral health concern, one that threatens smiles of all ages. But we can help, treating the issue in a single visit with natural-looking results. In today’s blog, your team at Pacific Hills Dental in Omaha, NE, talks about securing tooth-colored dental fillings.
The Causes and Warning Signs of a Cavity
What causes a cavity to form in your smile? The outer enamel protects your tooth, but when this is injured or eroded, this can allow bacteria to move into the tooth, where cavities can form. The decay then grows with time, and could eventually lead to infection or in severe cases, even tooth loss. Factors like high amounts of sugar in your diet, poor brushing and flossing, and lack of professional cleanings could all increase the risk of cavities.
Warning signs of tooth decay include tooth sensitivity when you eat and drink, and toothaches that last for more than a day. Do not ignore pain in a tooth, see our exam for an exam, and to find out if we need to secure a tooth-colored dental filling.
Securing Tooth-Colored Fillings
Our tooth-colored dental fillings fill the cavities in your tooth and prevent them from becoming infections that threaten smile stability. In one visit, we can offer care that halts discomfort and prevents infection, all while offering a lifelike appearance. To begin, we will need to numb your tooth so we can remove decay and clean your tooth with ease and comfort. We then prepare and apply the tooth-colored material in several layers. This composite resin can be shaded to blend with your tooth, and bonds with the structure to last for years to come. The entire process only takes one visit to complete!
Preventing the Onset of a Cavity
In one visit, we can stop tooth decay with a tooth-colored dental filling. But what about avoiding cavities altogether? With actions at home, such as daily brushing and flossing and a diet low in sugar, you can help limit your risk of cavities. Likewise, wearing a mouthguard if you play sports and prevent injuries and decay. In our office, we can examine your smile every six months and then conduct a cleaning to remove harmful plaque and tartar completely.
If you have any questions about how we stop decay and save your tooth in one visit with a tooth-colored dental filling, or if you want to schedule a checkup and cleaning to protect your smile, then contact our office today to learn more and get started. We want to help your smile stay whole, healthy, and beautiful.
Learn More About Tooth-Colored Dental Restorations
To treat cavities in only one visit with lifelike results, we can offer a tooth-colored dental restoration! Call Pacific Hills Dental in Omaha, NE, today at (402)330-2243.
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