A cavity can be a serious cause for concern. If the tooth decay isn’t treated in a timely manner, it could spread to cause further oral and medical health complications. With early detection, Dr. Anthony Shaia can often repair a small cavity with a filling.
Your dentist will first need to conduct a thorough examination of the tooth. This will likely include taking some X-rays to make sure the interior of the tooth has not been compromised by decay. They will then use a drill to carefully remove all traces of tooth decay. The material your dentist recommends for the new filling will be based on the tooth’s location and its appearance in your smile.
Amalgam fillings are dark in color, making them a poor choice for repairing a cavity in your smile. However, composite fillings are made from a special resin material that can be perfectly shaded to match the surrounding tooth enamel. This often makes them the superior choice for repairing a cavity that has formed in a visible area of your smile.
Once the filling has been applied and shaped, your dentist will use a dental-grade ultraviolet light to cure it. This will cement its relationship with the surrounding tooth enamel and effectively restore the tooth’s function and appearance for many years to come.
If you suspect you have a cavity in Middleburg Heights, Ohio, you should not delay in calling 440-884-9898 to have it examined and treated at Shaia Dental Care.