Used to help repair cracked, broken, or worn-down teeth. Contact our clinic to learn more.
Once the decay is removed from the cavity, your dentist will fill the empty area. A dental filling is also used to repair cracked, broken, or worn-down teeth. If you are interested in learning more about dental fillings in SW Calgary, contact our office today and a member of our team will be happy to answer your questions.
Our dentist will administer a local anesthetic to numb the area that surrounds the affected tooth. Your dentist will eliminate the decayed portion of the tooth using a drill, air abrasion instrument, or laser. The tool your dentist decides to use will depend on the location and extent of the tooth decay.
To determine if the decay has been fully removed, the dentist will proof the affected area and then clean the cavity to prepare for the filling. The filling is applied in layers, and a light is used to cure the layers. Once all the layers have hardened and cured, your dentist will shape, polish, and trim the composite material to create a natural look.
The following are different materials used for dental fillings:
Your dentist will recommend the type of dental filling that best suits your needs. The location and extent of decay is also a determining factor.
Your dentist may recommend a temporary filling when:
If you are interested in receiving a dental filling near you, contact our dental clinic today.
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