To treat a cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decay was. Fillings are also used to repair cracked, broken or injured teeth and teeth that have been worn down from nail-biting, tooth grinding or other misuse.
Teeth can be filled with white porcelain, silver amalgam or a white glass material called composite resin fillings. Your dentist’s recommendation helps determine the type of filling that will best address your needs. General considerations include the extent and location of the decay, the cost of the filling material, and your insurance coverage.
To maintain your fillings you should follow good oral hygiene practices and visit your dentist regularly for cleanings. Additionally, make sure to brush with a toothpaste containing fluoride, and floss at least once daily.
If your dentist suspects that a filling might be cracked, he or she will take x-rays to assess the situation. If your tooth is extremely sensitive, you feel a sharp edge, you notice a crack in the filling, or a piece of the filling is missing, call your dentist for an appointment.
At Olympia Fields Family Dental, we offer several options of affordably priced fillings. Our quality fillings help you prevent more serious dental health issues and painful dental emergencies down the road.
Dr. Schraber was by far the best dentist I’ve ever dealt with, & I’ve been through quite a few! I am terrified to even step foot into the dentist office at age 30, let alone actually going back to... Read More
The staff and dentist where very kind when I went to have a cavity filled and it was quick and easy and I felt comfortable. Any questions that I had were answered by the staff.And all is good
My experience at the Olympia Fields Family Dental is always a special one. I went in as a stranger and left as family! Gina was my dental hygienist and really took care of everything I needed. She's n... Read More
Dr. Schraber was by far the best dentist I’ve ever dealt with, & I’ve been through quite a few! I am terrified to even step foot into the dentist office at age 30, let alone actually going back to get the work done, most scary part is the shots, but thankfully to Dr. Schrabers angel touch I barely felt a prick in any part of my gums and was super amazed at how he did it and so well at that! I had a root canal, and a major (seems to me) life changing filling on my front right tooth that both were successful and I am very satisfied! Thankyou to the entire staff, all so welcoming Will be back soon!
The staff and dentist where very kind when I went to have a cavity filled and it was quick and easy and I felt comfortable. Any questions that I had were answered by the staff.And all is good
My experience at the Olympia Fields Family Dental is always a special one. I went in as a stranger and left as family! Gina was my dental hygienist and really took care of everything I needed. She's not harsh on my teeth and gums like I've experienced at other dentists. I always have an incredible time and even look FORWARD to my next dentist visit! The office staff always greet you with a smile and take great care of you. I'd give it 6 stars if I could!