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Dental Fillings

Do you feel a toothache at times? Do you feel sensitivity in your teeth on eating specific foods? If your answer to any of the questions is yes, it's high time to visit your dentist. Your teeth may get decayed, and form cavities. It may worsen further if you fail to treat it. And it leads to severe ailments. Read this article to get a better understanding of tooth decay and treatments for that.

Welcome to Middletown Dental Care Services, your trusted dental partner for comprehensive dental care. We understand that dental health is a crucial part of your overall health. We provide you with personalized, compassionate, and high-quality dental care that meets your unique needs. One of the most common dental procedures we perform is dental fillings, which can help restore damaged teeth and protect them from further decay.

What Are Dental Fillings?

Dental fillings are procedures used to treat cavities or other types of damage to your teeth. When you have cavities, bacteria can penetrate your tooth's enamel, causing decay and weakening your tooth's structure. Over time, if left untreated, cavities can lead to severe tooth damage, infections, and even tooth loss. Dental fillings can help restore your tooth's strength and prevent further decay by filling the cavity and protecting it from further damage.

So, yeah dental fillings help protect your teeth. And are you familiar with the various types of dental fillings?

Types of Dental Fillings

At Middletown Dental Care Services, we offer several types of dental fillings, each with its unique benefits, including:

  1. Amalgam fillings: These fillings are a combination of metals, including silver, mercury, tin, and copper. Amalgam fillings are durable, long-lasting, and can withstand chewing pressure. They are also the most affordable fillings, making them a popular choice for many patients.
  2. Ceramic fillings: These are made of high-strength porcelain material and are custom-made to match the colour of your natural teeth. If you wish for a more aesthetically pleasing filling option that looks and feels like natural teeth, this is ideal. They are also durable and long-lasting. So it is a mindful investment in your dental health.

  3. Glass ionomer fillings: These are made of a combination of glass and acrylic and are ideal for small cavities, baby teeth, or areas with minimal chewing pressure. Glass ionomer fillings release fluoride over time, helping to strengthen your teeth and prevent further decay.

  4. Gold fillings: If your budget is high and you prefer a rich look, you can opt for this filling. Gold filling needs more care, and you must visit your dentist often. However, Gold easily tolerates in your gum tissues and has been known for the past 20 years. So it gets an edge compared to other fillings. At present, it is rarely used due to the arrival of other types of natural fillings.

These are the various types of filling. And now let's have a look at the dental filling procedure.

The Dental Filling Procedure

If you have a cavity or tooth damage, our team of experienced dentists at Middletown Dental Care Services will examine your teeth and recommend the best filling for your unique needs. The dental filling procedure typically involves the following steps:

  1. Numbing the area: We will administer a local anaesthetic to numb the area around the affected tooth to ensure you feel no pain during the procedure.
  2. Removing the decay: Our dentist will remove decay or damage from your tooth using a dental drill or laser.

  3. Filling the cavity: Depending on the filling you choose, our dentist will fill the cavity with the appropriate material and shape it to match your natural tooth's contours.

  4. Polishing the filling: Once the filling is in place, our dentist will polish it to ensure it blends in seamlessly with your natural teeth.

  5. Follow-up appointment: We will schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure the filling is functioning correctly and monitor your overall dental health.

It sums up the entire dental filling process, and it seems simple right? Of course, it is simple, and it has many benefits.

Benefits of Dental Fillings

  1. Dental fillings offer several benefits, including:
  2. Restoring your tooth's strength and function
  3. Preventing further decay and damage to your teeth
  4. Improving your oral health and overall wellbeing
  5. Enhancing your smile's appearance, especially with tooth-coloured fillings
  6. Providing a cost-effective solution for dental problems
  7. Minimizing the need for more extensive dental procedures such as root canal therapy or tooth extraction

These are some of the benefits of dental fillings. Thus, don't forget to treat your toothache or cavities at the right time. Otherwise, it may create serious problems in future. Take dental filling procedures and save your teeth and health.

Why Choose Middletown Dental Care Services for Your Dental Fillings?

At Middletown Dental Care Services, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional dental care to our patients. Here are some reasons why you should choose us for your dental fillings:

  1. Experienced and knowledgeable dentists: We have a team of experienced dentists who recommend the best filling options for your unique needs and perform the procedure with precision and care. They have extensive knowledge and expertise.
  2. Personalized treatment plans: We provide personalized treatment plans for your dental needs. We ensure you receive the best possible care.

  3. State-of-the-art facilities: We have the latest technology to ensure that you receive the most advanced dental care.

  4. Compassionate and friendly staff: We understand that visiting the dentist can be difficult, and we strive to provide a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment for you.

  5. Flexible payment options: We offer a range of flexible payment options to make dental care more accessible and affordable for you.

Schedule Your Dental Filling Appointment Today!

If you have a cavity or tooth damage, don't wait till it becomes a severe problem. Contact Middletown Dental Care Services today to schedule your dental filling appointment. Our experienced dentists will recommend the best filling option for your unique needs and perform the procedure with precision, and care. They ensure your dental health is in excellent hands. Thank you for considering Middletown Dental Care Services as your trusted dental partner. We look forward to helping you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.

 

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Dr. Christian and staff are all top notch. Professional, friendly, courteous. Dentist and hygienists are all Great with kids and the receptionist is very kind. They work with you to fit your schedule. Nice small family practice. My kids and I have been patients for 10+ years.

Robin J.

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