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 Kendall Pointe Dental, 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.
I'm new to the area and met the friendly Kendall Pointe dental team at a Christmas event in town. Glad I switched from another Oswego practice to this one. The front desk ladies were so nice and helpf... Read More
Had a filling replaced. They were friendly and super quick. I was out in under 30 minutes. Highly recommend!
I had broken a filling between two front teeth, and looked ridiculous. The office got me in immediately, called and verified insurance, and Dr. Ravi worked a miracle! My front teeth actually look bett... Read More
I'm an older guy that is sometimes impatient. I've never had a bad experience with Kendal Point Dental or it's staff. Teeth cleanings to a cavity filling all have been as comfortable as dentistry coul... Read More
The staff is friendly. Very understanding of you needs, I felt very comfortable there, a painless procedure getting a filling and a crown . I would recommend Kendall Point to anyone.I will return for ... Read More
I'm new to the area and met the friendly Kendall Pointe dental team at a Christmas event in town. Glad I switched from another Oswego practice to this one. The front desk ladies were so nice and helpful. Christine the hygienist did a nice job with a painless cleaning and keeping me comfortable. Dr Ravi showed me some old fillings that need to be replaced which we will work on fixing, without making me feel pressured about a dental plan and unnecessary work. I was going to drive over an hour back to my old Chicago area dentist but glad I found this office! I feel they have my best dental interest in mind and not just $ signs which has been my experience with the other Oswego dental practice I tried.
Had a filling replaced. They were friendly and super quick. I was out in under 30 minutes. Highly recommend!
I had broken a filling between two front teeth, and looked ridiculous. The office got me in immediately, called and verified insurance, and Dr. Ravi worked a miracle! My front teeth actually look better than ever!
I'm an older guy that is sometimes impatient. I've never had a bad experience with Kendal Point Dental or it's staff. Teeth cleanings to a cavity filling all have been as comfortable as dentistry could be. Folks there have always been pleasant. Would recommend.
The staff is friendly. Very understanding of you needs, I felt very comfortable there, a painless procedure getting a filling and a crown . I would recommend Kendall Point to anyone.I will return for future dental work.
