Dental
Fillings

Dental Fillings

Fillings are used to restore a tooth that has developed a cavity or has been eroded away from trauma. A cavity is a small hole caused by decay that forms in the enamel of the tooth. Decay can result due to many reasons like poor dental hygiene, age, lifestyle factors or genetics. When a cavity develops, a filling is required to restore the durability and health of the tooth. Left untreated, cavities will worsen and can lead to infection and even tooth loss.

At Dunavin Dental, we use composite, or tooth-colored, dental fillings to repair and restore your teeth. Composite fillings have many advantages over other filling types, including:

• A more aesthetic final result
• A filling material that bonds to your tooth and provides more support
• Reduced risk of the treated tooth breaking or fracturing in the future
• Better insulation from temperature changes caused by foods and beverages
• Better seals around the edges of the damaged area, leading to an increased resistance to decay and leaks
• The ability to repair smaller cavities
• A safer and healthier treatment, as no mercury or other metals are used
• A treatment that promotes better long-term oral health

Signs That You May Need a Filling

• Sensitivity to hold or cold foods or drinks
• Unsightly dark spots on the surface of the tooth
• Sharp pain when biting down
• Dull but constant aching in a particular area
• Consistently bad breath

Not all cavities cause all of these symptoms. You may not be experiencing any of them. However, cavities can still be present, making dental checkups critical for early prevention. At Dunavin Dental, we use advanced tools and the latest technology to identify decay long before symptoms present and keep it from worsening.