The sooner our Grand Rapids dentists are able to detect a cavity, the smaller the tooth filling.
Like the name suggests, a dental filling is used to fill in the hole left behind after our restorative dentists remove tooth decay.
A filling will restore the strength of your tooth so you can avoid extensive dental restorations or even tooth loss.
Types of Tooth Fillings
We offer silver amalgam and . Many of our adult patients appreciate composite fillings because they match the color of their natural tooth enamel. Tooth-colored fillings are best for teeth that show when you smile and talk.
A filling will restore the strength of your tooth!
Amalgam fillings, on the other hand, are less expensive and more durable. Be sure to check with your dental insurance before your appointment, as many companies only cover silver amalgam fillings.
Tooth Filling Procedure
If our dentists discover a cavity during your oral examination, you’ll need to treat it with a filling.
First, our dentists will inject local anesthesia near the tooth. Once the tooth is properly numb, our dentists will drill the decayed tooth matter from the tooth and fill the resulting hole with silver amalgam or composite resin. Fillings are best for small cavities that don’t compromise the structural integrity of the tooth.
Schedule an Appointment
Our Grand Rapids, MI, restorative dentists work hard to help patients maintain beautiful, healthy smiles. If you are interested in learning more about the different types of tooth fillings we offer, call GR Family Dental today at (616) 455-3020, or contact us online.