Almost everyone knows that dental cavities can potentially cause extensive damage to one’s teeth. When the decay reaches its advanced state, the structure, strength, and function of the affected tooth are greatly affected. To restore and prevent tooth damage, dentist Lake Worth will use dental fillings, which is one of the most common procedures to address tooth damage. Nowadays, patients have the option to go for the tooth-colored option.
Cavities first take form in your tooth’s enamel, but the enamel has no ability to detect this. It’s only until the cavity spreads deeper and broader and the enamel eventually becomes brittle as it decays, will the presence of the cavity be noticed. Although tooth-colored fillings work best to prevent further damage to the teeth, they need a healthy tooth enamel for them to attach fully. Without a healthy tooth enamel, the filling will off.
Did you know that with tooth-colored fillings that bond to the tooth’s surface like adhesives, more of your tooth gets preserved? The dentist Lake Worth removes the cavities from your tooth before applying the dental fillings, thereby preventing further damage due to the decay.
People who had their large cavities filled with amalgam fillings tend to temper their laughter for fear of revealing their unsightly fillings. Thankfully, with the emergence of the tooth-colored filling material made of composite resin, a natural-looking restoration that seals off cracks and holes in the teeth are now made possible.
It’s only normal to experience sensitivity after the application of fillings, but tooth-colored fillings provide reduced sensitivity when you consume hot or cold foods or beverages.
Do you suspect you have a cavity? Let the dentist Lake Worth at Palms Dental Care help you regain and restore your teeth’s function. Book an appointment with us today!
Dr. Kyle Kromrey was born and raised in South Florida, graduating from University of Florida, both for his undergraduate and his D.M.D. Go Gators! Upon graduation from dental school, he received additional training for advanced dental care in Cape Coral, Florida in a private practice setting...
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Dr. Morgan Coakley was born and raised in Jupiter, Florida. After attending the University of Florida to study microbiology she always knew healthcare was in her future. She went on to pursue her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University...
