Tooth Fillings
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Keep Your Smile Healthy With Sioux Falls Tooth Fillings
You can take great care of your teeth at home and visit your dentist routinely yet still get cavities from time to time. It's one of the most common dental problems we see among patients, which means it's also one of the simplest to treat. We can repair your cavities quickly and easily with tooth fillings in Sioux Falls.
With a dental filling, you can:
- Stop tooth decay in its tracks and keep it from infecting your tooth
- Treat the problem while it's small and prevent other restorative treatment later
- Choose between metal fillings for additional strength or composite fillings for a more natural look
- Chew your food without pain or difficulty and feel confident about your smile and oral health
We use the latest imaging technology, like intraoral cameras and digital X-rays, to examine your mouth for cavities at every dental checkup. To schedule your next cleaning, call Eastside Smiles today.
Choose the Best Dental Filling For You
In the past, your options for dental fillings were pretty limited. Even today, some dentists still only offer one type of filling. Fortunately, our team at Eastside Smiles understand that every patient comes to us with unique needs. That's why we're proud to give you a choice between two methods for treating cavities.
Based on any number of factors, we can help you decide which option is best for your individual needs:
- Metal Fillings - Amalgam is a blend of different metals that tend to be more affordable, longer lasting, and more durable against a strong bite force than composite fillings.
- Composite Fillings - If you have a metal allergy, prefer a biocompatible option, or are interested in maintaining the brightness of your smile, composite fillings match the color of your natural tooth, making this a more seamless restorative option.
If your tooth decay is more extensive, you may need a different restorative solution, such as an inlay, onlay, or dental crown. These options will cover more of your tooth for a more secure and successful repair.
When you have a cavity, choose the treatment that's right for you with tooth fillings in Sioux Falls. Call us today at 605-638-9986 for an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tooth Fillings
When do tooth fillings need to be replaced?
That depends on which kind of filling is used, its location, your oral hygiene habits, and other factors. Metal fillings typically last much longer than composite fillings. For this reason, they may be better for hidden areas of your mouth that experience more force from chewing. With proper care, both kinds of fillings should last several years.
Which tooth fillings are best?
We use two kinds of fillings: amalgam fillings, which are made of a blend of metals, and tooth-colored composite fillings. We often suggest using composite fillings because they require us to remove less of your natural tooth structure and look completely natural in your smile. However, metal fillings may be better for some situations. We'll help you determine which one is right for you.
Can tooth fillings fall out?
Yes, tooth fillings can occasionally come out. If a person tends to eat a lot of chewy, sticky, or hard foods and candies, their fillings can come out. If this happens to you, try to put the filling back in place if possible, then call our office as soon as you can so we can get you in and replace the filling.
