Many patients have heard of dental fillings. They may understand that they are related to tooth decay. But what exactly is a dental filling, and what is its purpose? Plano, TX area patients who are interested in learning more about dental fillings are welcome to contact Dr. Bindu Kolli of SouthFork Dental to discuss this treatment.
A dental filling is a treatment that is performed when patients have an area of decay in their tooth. Tooth decay, also known as cavities, can impact the tooth’s health. If they are left untreated, they can become substantial and damage the tooth’s structure, requiring a dentist to extract the tooth and offer tooth replacement options such as dentures, dental bridges, or dental implants. Dental decay may occur from poor oral hygiene habits or by avoiding routine visits and examinations.
The dental filling is performed to address an area of decay. This treatment keeps the area of decay from getting larger while preserving the tooth and allowing it to continue to function correctly. Dental fillings performed at SouthFork Dental are often completed with a material called composite resin. Composite resin is a clay-like material that is tooth-colored and can seal an area of decay to keep bacteria from entering the tooth.
Dental fillings are:
Our team may suggest them as an alternative to other treatments such as root canal treatment or extraction of an affected tooth.
Connect with Plano, TX area dentist, Dr. Bindu Kolli, to discuss your situation today. The practice is located at 7924 Preston Road, Suite 200, and can be reached by calling 469-535-6939.
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