Dr. Snow & Dr. Hudson: Your Dental Fillings Experts
When it comes to maintaining a healthy and bright smile, Dr. Snow and Dr. Hudson are your trusted dentists, especially for dental fillings. They understand the importance of preserving natural teeth and utilize their expertise to provide exceptional dental filling services.
Snow Family Dentistry is committed to patient education and comfort; we ensure every patient, including young children, receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Our team follows the recommendations of the American Dental Association (ADA) to offer safe and effective treatment options. We offer our patients numerous restorative services so that you can choose the best type of filling for your needs.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings, like composite resin, are aesthetically pleasing and durable. They provide numerous benefits for your oral health.
- Treating Decay: Dental fillings treat existing dental decay, relieve pain, and prevent the need for root canal treatment.
- Preserve Tooth Structure: Fillings stop decay from damaging the natural structure of your teeth.
- Restore Function: Dental fillings can restore the ability to chew and speak normally.
- Improve Appearance: Composite fillings blend in with your natural color and can enhance the appearance of your teeth.
- Strengthen Teeth: Teeth weaken from decay, and fillings can strengthen them and help prevent chips and fractures.
- Less Expensive Than Crowns: Fillings are more cost-effective than dental crowns, which restore large areas of decay.
- Improve Oral Health: Fillings help prevent gum disease by making brushing and floss around the affected area easier.
A dental restoration can last up to 20 years or longer, depending on the types of materials placed.
Why Dental Fillings Might Be Needed
Maintaining good oral health is crucial in preventing tooth decay, but sometimes cavities still occur. Cavities form when bacteria in plaque produce acids that erode tooth enamel. This erosion creates small openings, or cavities, that worsen without treatment.
Neglecting these cavities can lead to further complications, including pain, infection, and tooth loss. Depending on the extent of the decay, you may even need root canal therapy. Therefore, seeking timely dental attention from professionals like Dr. Snow and Dr. Hudson is vital to address any decayed area before it escalates into severe dental issues.
What Happens During the Dental Fillings Process
Throughout the dental filling process, Dr. Snow or Dr. Hudson numb the area using local anesthesia. Next, they remove the decayed portion of the tooth using a dental handpiece or laser.
Once the decay is removed, they clean the area thoroughly and fill the cavity with the chosen filling material. Finally, they adapt the filling to the shape of the tooth and cure the restorative material with special light. They will check the bite of the newly filled tooth and make any necessary adjustments.
Local Experts Ready to Treat Your Teeth
Look no further for dental care excellence. Dr. Snow and Dr. Hudson are local experts and fully equipped to handle all your dental needs with precision and care. From routine check-ups to intricate procedures like dental fillings, we are committed to providing top-notch oral health services tailored to your needs.
Trust in our expertise and experience for a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. Contact Snow Family Dental at (708) 799-5162 to schedule your consultation!
