fillings

Fillings

Even if you take excellent care of your teeth, cavities can still form. If you are experiencing tooth decay, we can help preserve the health of your smile with fillings, inlays, and onlays. Read on to learn more and reach out to our office when you are ready to get started!

What are Dental Fillings?

Filings are used to restore teeth that have been damaged by decay, returning them back to their normal shape. Your dentist will remove the affected tooth material, clean the area, and then apply the filling made of a durable material. During your regular check-up, your dentist will check for cavities and recommend a filling if it is needed.

Fillings are a routine procedure and are relatively painless. Your dentist may also recommend that anesthesia be used to make you more comfortable. Ask your dentist which type of filling material will be best for your situation.

Fillings can be made with:

• Gold
• Porcelain
• Composite Resin

What are Inlays?

When molars become damaged over time, they can form cavities and show signs of wear in the center. If this occurs, your dentist may recommend that an inlay be placed in the center of the top of the affected molar. Inlays stop infection and decay, allowing the tooth to heal and not be extracted.

What are Onlays?

Onlays are similar to inlays; however, onlays are more comprehensive and cover the entire top portion of the molar as opposed to only the center of the top. This creates a crown-like artificial chewing and bite surface for molars that have suffered from severe decay.

Onlays are the best way to fix teeth that have been severely affected by decay and could become infected without having to remove the entire tooth.

The Benefits of Onlay

• No full crown or implant
• Enamel preserved
• No extraction necessary
• Fast procedure

Improve Your Oral Health with Fillings, Inlays, and Onlays in Port St. Lucie, FL!

If you are in the Port St. Lucie area and would like to find out more about fillings, inlays, and onlays, Tradition Dental is proud to be your local dental expert. We have served our community for over 35 years and offer free consultations to evaluate your options. Contact us today to set up your free consultation at (772) 207-1213.