Our dental clinic is accepting new patients for white fillings and general care. If you live in Surrey, Delta, White Rock, Langley, or the surrounding area, call 604-593-8201 to book your appointment or consultation today.
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Cavities, also known as tooth decay or dental caries, cause lesions on teeth. Unfortunately, teeth are not like our skin. Teeth do not heal naturally. Without treatment, a cavity can grow deep and wide, spreading to surrounding teeth and/or infecting the nerve of the affected tooth. The bacteria that contribute to tooth decay, S. mutans, are also responsible for the potentially lethal heart condition, endocarditis. In short, cavities need to be treated early. Using durable composite resin, our dentists can give you white fillings that look natural, to restore teeth with decay.
Anyone with a cavity needs a filling. Our dentists remove tooth decay and bacterial infection, then place a dental filling to restore the tooth’s shape and function. If your cavity is extensive, you may require a crown instead of a filling. In the past, dentists used metal amalgam to fill cavities. The metal was dark against white tooth enamel, and also contained mercury. Today, our dentists places tooth-colored, white fillings instead of metal amalgams.
The depth of your cavity will dictate the amount of anesthetic you need. Superficial cavities that do not affect the dentin beneath the enamel may be filled without any anesthesia. Our dentists will let you know whether anesthetics are recommended for your comfort. If you feel particularly stressed or scared at dental appointments, ask us about dental sedation.
Our dentists will administer the appropriate anesthetic, then remove the decay from your tooth. If a filling will provide sufficient restoration, our dentists will select a composite resin that best matches your natural enamel. They’ll then place the resin into your tooth and harden the material with a soft curing light. After polishing and sculpting the tooth to fit well with opposing teeth, our dentists will be finished. The length of the procedure varies with the extent of decay and the number of teeth involved.
A filling is a simple restoration, and no special after care is required. You should brush and floss normally, and attend six-month checkups and cleanings. Over a few weeks, expect sensitivity to subside. If your filling feels odd after two or three days, give us a call. In rare cases, a filling needs additional adjustment for an ideal fit.
Call us to book a consultation today if you are interested in getting beautiful, straight teeth with Invisalign™ clear braces. You may also be interested in our other cosmetic dental services including porcelain veneers, SpaDent teeth whitening or at-home teeth whitening. Become our next Surrey BC Invisalign patient! Contact us for a consultation today: 604-593-8201.
