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The process begins with you coming in for a consultation where Dr. Bawany will perform an oral exam to look at the damage or decay of your tooth.
If you have severe dental trauma or are showing signs of infection, we’ll take x-rays to look at the condition of your dental pulp. Inflamed or infected dental pulp will need to be treated before we can fill your tooth.
We will administer a local anesthetic to numb your mouth before drilling out tooth decay.
A shade guide is used to match the composite resin with your natural tooth. The composite resin is then applied in layers and cured with UV light to instantly harden. Your tooth will then be polished.
To get the best results, Dr. Mohammad Bawany uses only the best materials on the market, which are up to date with latest technologies in dentistry.
That is why he uses composite dental fillings to treat a tooth affected by decay.
Compared to the other dental fillings options that are available in the market, composite dental fillings have a variety of benefits that give them an advantage when it comes to results, such as:
- They offer a much more natural appearance from an aesthetic point of view
- The material can be customized to match the natural color of your teeth
- They are almost impossible to recognize with the naked eye.
Since they are made of a very resistant material, composite dental fillings can withstand up to 7 years. They may even last up to 10 years if cared for properly.
It must also be taken into account that each person is different and that these timeframes will vary from person to person, depending on the characteristics of each individual’s teeth. For example, these composite dental fillings may be less resistant to a person who is genetically predisposed to cavities.
Toothache is the main sign that something is wrong and that you should visit a dentist as soon as possible. But for many patients, the thought that they may go through even more pain while performing a dental procedure is enough to prevent them from seeing a specialist.
Fortunately, Dr. Mohammad Bawany cares too much about the oral health of his patients to let such a thing stand between them and their perfect smile. Therefore, he makes sure that they do not feel any pain or discomfort during the dental procedures, including when getting dental fillings.
The doctor will give you an anesthetic before starting the treatment. A local anesthetic is usually given by injection around the area where the procedure is to be performed to numb only that specific area.
This way, you will not feel any pain during the intervention and you will be able to get the treatment you need without any discomfort.
Practice Good Oral Hygiene - To prevent new tooth decay from forming, it’s important that you clean your teeth and thoroughly remove food particles and plaque. Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Floss once a day and brush your tongue.
Reduce Wear and Tear - Use a soft-bristle toothbrush and brush gently. Wear a mouthguard if you grind your teeth or play contact sports. Don’t chew on objects such as fingernails or pens and don’t use your teeth to open packages.
Watch What You Eat - Don’t chew on excessively hard or sticky foods which can break or dislodge your fillings. You should also avoid staining foods and drinks as well as smoking. Reduce your consumption of acidic and sugary foods/drinks which increase your risk of cavities.
Visit the Dentist - The ADA recommends getting a dental cleaning and checkup every 6 months to minimize your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Early detection prevents decay from becoming worse and cleanings prevent plaque from attacking your tooth enamel in the first place.
There are two main alternatives to dental fillings - dental crowns and inlays or onlays. Dental crowns are placed when a tooth has extensive decay that requires the removal of too much material for a filling to replace.
In this case, the tooth would be vulnerable with just a filling because it doesn’t have adequate tooth structure, and fillings can become worn down over time. A dental crown is intended to provide durability and strength to the tooth, preventing additional damage from occurring.
Inlays and onlays are an intermediary between a filling and a dental crown. They are appropriate for teeth that have a little too much decay for a filling but not enough to warrant a crown. They don't require removing as much tooth structure as fillings or dental crowns but they provide additional strength and support. An inlay requires a very small removal of enamel at the top of the crown and onlays are considered to be partial crowns, as they cover a little more area than an inlay.
Failing to treat a cavity will result in worsening decay that penetrates deeper into the tooth and spreads to the surrounding teeth. Once the decay reaches the dental pulp, your tooth will become infected, usually causing a significant amount of pain.
If an infection is left untreated, it can spread into the bloodstream, causing fatal sepsis. Fillings are minimally invasive and cost-effective options to treat early-stage decay such as cavities. When left untreated, the problem will become worse, necessitating more invasive and expensive restorations or extractions.
Dental fillings are a simple procedure and Dr. Mohammad Bawany can help you if you’re suffering from a decayed tooth and the pain prevents you from performing daily activities.
If you want to know more about dental fillings and the methods used to make them, do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
There are more than 3 million cases of cavities in the US every year.
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