We want to offer a solution for tooth decay that protects from both discomfort and the risk of an infected tooth. With a dental filling, we can do that in only one sitting! In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about how we place our strong and lifelike dental fillings.
Don’t Ignore Your Toothache
When you have persistent pain in a tooth, with sensitivity or a toothache that lasts for more than a day, then this is likely due to a cavity. Once your tooth hurts, this means the decay has reached a more advanced state, and the risk of infection is much higher! You should see our team right away. We will conduct a detailed exam with digital imaging technology, so we can assess the presence and severity of the decay, and choose the right treatment. For many, we can offer care in one visit with a dental filling, one that can blend with your smile.
Securing Your Dental Filling
Our uses composite resin instead of metal for our restorations, a material that is durable and biocompatible, bonding with the tooth. We can also color-match this material to ensure the results blend with your tooth. We will numb your tooth ahead of time with a local anesthetic to ensure your comfort as we remove decay from the tooth. We then clean the tooth thoroughly and may etch portions of the outer structure. Next, we will apply the composite resin to the tooth in several layers, sculpting and molding the tooth as we do to ensure a lifelike appearance and proper balance. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance. With a filling, we can take on your tooth decay in one visit and keep your smile comfortable and intact!
A Preventive Approach
We would also like to discuss preventive treatments to help lower the risk of cavities. For patients of all ages, we recommend a checkup and cleaning every six months so we can keep an eye on your teeth and remove the harmful buildup that could lead to cavities. For kids, we can discuss dental sealants and fluoride treatments to help lower the risk of cavities. We also want to talk about proper brushing and flossing and other tips for lowering the risk of tooth decay in smiles of all ages.
If you have any questions about how we secure a filling in one visit to treat cavities and protect your smile, then contact our team today!
Schedule An Appointment for Dental Restorations
We want to help treat your tooth decay and offer relief in only one visit using our lifelike dental restorations. You can schedule an appointment with our team at My Dentist in Londonderry, NH, today by calling 603-965-3407.
