A Filling Can Repair Your Tooth In One Visit

Cavities can impact kids and adults alike, and are a source of discomfort and without treatment, could lead to an infected tooth. But we can offer treatment in only one visit using a safe and lifelike composite resin. In today’s blog, your Grand Prairie, TX, dentist talks about repairing teeth in one visit with a lifelike dental filling.

The Causes of Tooth Decay

What causes a cavity to form in your tooth (or teeth)? The outside of every tooth is coated in enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. This protects the sensitive inner dentin from exposure to harmful bacteria. But poor oral hygiene habits, such as poor brushing and flossing and a diet high in sugar and starch, could lead to the onset of plaque buildup. This sticky layer coats the teeth and over time, weakens and erodes the enamel. Bacteria now reach the sensitive dentin to cause a cavity. Damaged teeth, which could occur due to an injury or teeth grinding, could be a factor too.

The Warning Signs of Trouble

How do you know when you have one and need to seek treatment? If you attend a checkup and cleaning visit with our team every six months, then we have a chance to catch the issue in the earliest stages, often before you experience discomfort. Otherwise, you may not realize you need care until your cavity reaches a more advanced state, at which point your tooth feels sensitive when you eat or drink. You could also have a toothache that doesn’t subside with time. When you experience persistent discomfort in a tooth, you should see us right away for a diagnosis and possibly, a lifelike dental filling.

Saving Your Smile with a Filling

If we find the presence of a cavity, then our team will numb the tooth to ensure you are comfortable as we remove decay and prepare it for the filling. Instead of using metal material, we have a metal-free composite resin that can be shaded to blend with the tooth. This material is also biocompatible and safe for all ages! We apply this in multiple layers, sculpting and molding the tooth as we do. Finally, we polish the tooth for a brighter appearance. In one sitting, we treat tooth decay and bring relief, so you leave with a comfortable smile and a lifelike restoration.

If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat issues like tooth decay, or if you would like to schedule an appointment to address an aching tooth, then contact our team today to get started and learn more. We want to make sure you avoid issues like infection and tooth loss, so you can smile with confidence!

Schedule a Visit for a Dental Filling

Our team is ready to handle your tooth decay so you can enjoy a comfortable and attractive smile, all in only one visit. When you are ready to schedule your next appointment with our office, contact Pecan Tree Dental in Grand Prairie, TX at 972-262-5111 today.