Preventive checkups include a thorough cleaning and examination of your smile. During these biannual visits, your dentist will look for signs of decay, gingivitis, and other concerns. If a cavity is found, your dentist will schedule an appointment for a dental filling to restore your pearly whites. Today, your Riverside, CA, dental group will discuss what you need to know about this restoration.
Schedule A Tooth Filling As Soon As Possible
Your dentist may be able to spot a cavity during your biannual examination. Common signs of a carrie can include a change in texture, a visible hole, or sensitivity around the area. You may not be able to notice these signs of your own, which is why it is important to see your dentist regularly for preventive checkups. When you have a cavity, it’s important that it is taken care of as soon as possible. Your dentist will usually schedule the restoration in a separate appointment. Receiving your dental filling promptly can help protect your tooth and prevent the decay from developing further.
Composite Resin Looks Natural
We use composite resin for this restorative process. When you come in for a filling, the area may be numbed for your comfort. The decayed part of your tooth will gently be removed, the space will be cleaned, and the composite resin will be added. This material can be easily bonded to many surfaces, can match your smile’s natural shade, and is highly durable. Other materials used for this process, like silver or gold, can stand out against your smile and may be uncomfortable for some patients. Composite resin offers the benefits of looking natural, feeling comfortable, and being safe for our patients.
Serious Cavities May Be Treated With A Root Canal
Putting off treatment for a cavity can lead to the decay worsening. If you begin to experience a long-lasting tooth ache or extreme sensitivity to the area, it could be a sign that the decay has reached your pulp. When this happens, a root canal treatment may be necessary to relieve the discomfort and protect your tooth. The decayed pulp will need to be taken out, the space will need to be thoroughly cleaned, and a stronger material will be added in its place. Your dentist may also add a crown over the area for further protection.
Don’t Ignore Tooth Decay!
If you have a cavity, we can help treat it and restore your tooth. Schedule an appointment with your nearest Riverside, CA, dental team.
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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