Does Your Toothache Mean You Need A Filling?

celina toothacheWhen you have pain in a tooth, this could often be due to the presence of a cavity. With a dental filling, we can stop discomfort and help ensure the results look natural too! In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about how we address toothaches with a lifelike dental filling in one visit.

Toothaches and Tooth Decay

If you have persistent tooth sensitivity when you eat or drink, or if you have a toothache that doesn’t pass after a day or two, then this could be a sign of a cavity. Tooth decay occurs when harmful oral bacteria move beyond the outer enamel and into the dentin, the sensitive inner structure of your tooth. This could happen due to teeth grinding or injury damaging the enamel. But poor brushing and flossing habits combined with a diet high in sugar could be a factor too, as this creates plaque buildup that weakens and erodes the outer enamel. Don’t ignore the pain in your tooth, as an untreated cavity could become an infection that threatens the stability of your smile.

The Dental Filling Process

Our team doesn’t use metal for our fillings. Instead, we use a metal-free composite resin that is safe for all ages. The material is biocompatible and bonds with the tooth, and can be shaded to blend with your smile too! To place it, our team will first numb your tooth to keep you comfortable as we remove the decay and clean the tooth. We then prepare and place the material onto the tooth. As we sculpt and mold the tooth, we will cure the material beneath a special light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter smile. In one visit, we can stop your cavity from becoming an infection and causing worsening pain!

Protecting Your Smile

You can also take action to help limit the risk of tooth decay. For example, take time to brush when you wake up and then again before bed for two minutes, using a fluoride toothpaste and a toothbrush with soft bristles. You need to floss before going to bed each evening too. Try to cut back on the amount of sugar in your diet too, and of course, make time to see our team for a checkup and cleaning visit every six months. If you have any questions about how we treat cavities with a lifelike dental filling, then contact our team to learn more today.

Do You Have Questions About Treating Cavities?

Our team is here to treat your cavity and help you enjoy better oral health in one visit! To schedule an appointment with Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX, call (214) 851-0130.