Dental Fillings

Dental Fillings in Oro Valley AZ

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Almost everyone needs a dental filling at some point in their life. Dental fillings help solve most common oral health problems, from tooth discoloration to cavities. Many Oro Valley, AZ, residents may dread going to the dentist and finding out that they need dental fillings, but we make getting fillings comfortable and convenient at Oro Valley Dental Group.

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What are Dental Fillings?

Dental filling refers to the process of filling in part of a tooth using a wide array of materials, including:

• Gold
• Porcelain/ceramic
• Silver amalgam
• Composite resin
• Glass ionomer

The type of material we use depends on the purpose of a filling. We also take your budget and the cost of the filling material in mind when making recommendations.

When Dental Fillings are Necessary

At Oro Valley Dental Group, we mainly use dental fillings to minimize the impact of tooth decay. When your tooth starts to decay, it exposes more surface area to bacteria, which speeds up the decay process. By filling in the cavity, we protect the tooth and shield it from plaque buildup.

Fillings also help reinforce the tooth. Cavities can make teeth weaker and more prone to cracking and chipping. Filling in the hole strengthens the structure of the tooth, preventing further damage.

We also use dental fillings for minor cosmetic procedures. Our team can quickly fix small cracks or breaks that would otherwise mar a natural smile. Even cosmetic fillings serve a function since they reinforce the tooth and prevent it from cracking further.

The Dental Filling Process

As a patient-focused dental practice, we do our best to make cavity filling as painless and comfortable as possible. We start by numbing the area around the tooth and gently removing any decayed material.

Once we are sure that we have removed all of the decayed tooth material, we will clean the cavity thoroughly before filling it. If we are using a tooth-colored filling, we will spend some time ensuring that we get the color perfectly matched to the rest of your teeth.

Once the filling sets, the dentist will shape, file, and polish the filling. You are then free to go home and enjoy the rest of your day!

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We have completed hundreds of dental fillings in Oro Valley, AZ, with stellar results. If you have any cavities, schedule an appointment at Oro Valley Dental Group by calling 520-297-2227 and see what sets us apart from the rest.