You want your child to have a confident and healthy smile. Regular brushing, flossing, and checkups can help with that. But sometimes tooth decay occurs even when preventive efforts have been followed. When this happens, a cavity forms, and if left untreated, it could grow larger and cause other dental issues. A dental filling helps protect against a cavity developing further, and restores the health and beauty of your child’s tooth.
What are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings are safe and are sometimes made from silver or other metals. The ones we use are made of tooth-colored composite, which is a synthetic acrylic-resin material. This is beneficial because composite fillings are mercury-free, attach directly to teeth, and reduce temperature-related sensitivity.
How is the Treatment Done?
We begin by explaining the treatment steps to you and your child and then clean the tooth that needs the filling. The process is also planned and guided with digtial imaging technology. The tooth and the surrounding area will be numbed with a local anesthetic. We may also offer dental sedation to help your child be more at ease. Once the tooth is numb, we will gently and thoroughly remove the decayed tissue from the cavity. We may use the Solea dental laser to conduct this portion with precision and comfort. Afterward, we’ll fill the tooth with the composite, which we will color-match to the surrounding teeth.
Bonding Treatments and More
The same tooth-colored composite material can be used to repair minor injuries, including chipped teeth, in one sitting. With the ICON treatment, a tooth-colored composite can be employed to address white spots in teeth or cover up intrinsic teeth stains. If we catch decay in an early stage, we could halt progress with Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) to prevent the need for a filling. Our team also offers Curodont remineralizing gel to help strengthen enamel and prevent cavities!
Schedule Your Child’s Dental Fillings With Us
If your child is experiencing a cavity, a dental filling may be an appropriate treatment. To learn more, or to schedule a visit, contact our office at 214-321-4880. We proudly welcome patients from Dallas, TX, and all surrounding communities, including Garland, Mesquite, Richardson, and more.