To treat a cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decay was. Fillings are also used to repair cracked, broken or injured teeth and teeth that have been worn down from nail-biting, tooth grinding or other misuse.
Teeth can be filled with white porcelain, silver amalgam or a white glass material called composite resin fillings. Your dentist’s recommendation helps determine the type of filling that will best address your needs. General considerations include the extent and location of the decay, the cost of the filling material, and your insurance coverage.
To maintain your fillings you should follow good oral hygiene practices and visit your dentist regularly for cleanings. Additionally, make sure to brush with a toothpaste containing fluoride, and floss at least once daily.
If your dentist suspects that a filling might be cracked, he or she will take x-rays to assess the situation. If your tooth is extremely sensitive, you feel a sharp edge, you notice a crack in the filling, or a piece of the filling is missing, call your dentist for an appointment.
At Reflections Dental Centre, we offer several options of affordably priced fillings. Our quality fillings help you prevent more serious dental health issues and painful dental emergencies down the road.
Sometimes life gets busy and certain things fall off the plate. Routine dental care fell off mine, about a lifetime ago! Fast forward ten years! Fear of losing my (almost perfect) set of teeth sent... Read More
I have been going to Reflections for many years for a wide variety of procedures, ie; periodontal maintenance, implants, crowns, fillings, etc and have always been very pleased with not only the outco... Read More
I've been pleased with care that my family has received here for many years now. Between the four of us there have been many cleanings, several fillings, a couple crowns and some gum surgery. The staf... Read More
Sometimes life gets busy and certain things fall off the plate. Routine dental care fell off mine, about a lifetime ago! Fast forward ten years! Fear of losing my (almost perfect) set of teeth sent me looking for a new dentist. Convenience, a modern office, and a decent sized staff rank high on my criteria list (dentists meeting these criteria usually accept a wide array of insurance plans as well), and led me straight to Reflections Dental Centre (conveniently located above Chico's in the Westwood Village Shopping Center). With 3-4 dentists, and a full support staff, this team is qualified, trained and equipped to handle almost any dental work you might need. My grill has needed work this past year, and I've spent many hours in their chairs under the bright lights. Two Crowns, Root Planing, a few childhood fillings repaired or replaced, and even tooth whitening. With a 3D printer to make temporary implants, a 3D camera the size of a ballpoint pen, and and plenty of tools that buzz and whir (don't let that scare you)... I can say that dental work has come a long way over my lifetime. I can honestly say that I don't have a single negative comment when it comes to this place. Their location is ideal with plenty of free parking, I've never had to wait, the billing is seamless, they have state of the art equipment and facilities, and last but not least they have a friendly and capable staff. I recommend them fully and without reservation for regular and complex dental procedures.
I have been going to Reflections for many years for a wide variety of procedures, ie; periodontal maintenance, implants, crowns, fillings, etc and have always been very pleased with not only the outcome, but with the caring, friendly and professional staff. With this group of people waiting to serve you, it almost makes you want to go to the dentist!
I've been pleased with care that my family has received here for many years now. Between the four of us there have been many cleanings, several fillings, a couple crowns and some gum surgery. The staff is courteous and professional and I appreciate the accurate insurance estimates. Access to free parking helps as well.
