advantages of dental fillings

Dental fillings restore teeth and protect them from further damage

A dental filling restores teeth that have been affected by decay. Fillings restore teeth to their original size, shape, and strength. Thanks to dental fillings, patients no longer have to worry about their teeth breaking apart or becoming infected.

Early dental fillings can stop the spread of decay

When cavities are caught early, we can prevent them from getting worse and damaging more teeth. We’ll only remove the damaged portion of the tooth and replace it with a filling. Fillings restore the damaged teeth and prevent further decay.

Tooth-colored fillings are discreet and match the color of your teeth

Unlike silver fillings, tooth-colored fillings are discreet. Tooth-colored fillings blend in with your teeth, making them much less noticeable. Silver fillings are silver in color, while tooth-colored fillings are matched to the color of your teeth.

Dental fillings can help you chew and speak properly

Cavities are more than just a cosmetic issue. If the decay goes untreated, it can lead to infections and tooth loss. Fillings can restore the function of the tooth.

Dental fillings restore comfort

Dental fillings can be used to treat cavities, which form when bacteria eat away at a tooth’s enamel. A cavity is a hole in a tooth, and the cavity can grow larger if left untreated. A dental filling restores a tooth’s structure, and restores comfort while preventing further damage.

Dental fillings last for a long time

A crown can last for 15 to 20 years with proper care, but fillings typically last for 10 to 15 years. Filling materials have evolved over the years, and composite resin fillings are more durable than metal fillings.

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Dental fillings help preserve the structure of the damaged tooth and prevent the further spread of decay. When decay is removed, the bacteria responsible for gum disease have less of a chance of causing further damage.