Tooth Fillings Dentist Apex, NC

Fear-Free Tooth Fillings.

If the thought of going to the dentist and the possibility of needing a filling scares you, an understanding and skilled Apex, NC tooth fillings dentist can help alleviate your fears, and better yet, prolong the health of your teeth and smile. The understanding, compassionate, and highly skilled team of dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and office staff at Alliance Dentistry is here to help and alleviate your anxiety. Drs. Maureen M. Raczka and Timothy C. Raczka have been caring for a wide range of dental needs of North Carolinians of all ages since 2007. We believe that maintaining oral health and dental problems such as tooth decay (cavities) with simple fillings is a valuable restorative solution. Contact us today to see how we can help you, your oral health, and to keep smiling.

Tooth Fillings

Tooth fillings are used to repair teeth that have been affected by cavities, small fractures, and minor damages, and to alleviate tooth sensitivity and prevent tooth loss. They repair the structure of a tooth and its function after decay or damage has affected it. A tooth filling typically begins with your dentist numbing the area around the affected tooth or teeth with local anesthesia but depending on your particular needs, comfort level, and your dentist’s practice, they may offer to administer general anesthesia. Once the dentist is assured that the patient will feel no pain, they remove decayed or damaged tooth tissue and then fill the cavity with one of several filling materials (that are typically discussed and decided on in advance). The filling is then shaped and polished so that it matches and blends in smoothly with its surrounding tooth. A good Apex tooth fillings dentist and their staff can explain the procedure in more detail.

Types Of Tooth Fillings

Several different types of materials are used for tooth fillings but three of the more common types of filling are made of composite materials, an amalgam, or ceramic. Composite fillings are made of a mixture of plastic and glass. They are the same color as natural teeth and blend with them seamlessly. Ceramic fillings, commonly referred to as porcelain fillings, are made from high-quality dental ceramics and are also tooth-colored. Amalgam, or silver fillings, are made of a combination of metals, including silver, tin, copper, and mercury. It is strong and durable but because it does not blend in with the natural tooth, it is typically only used in back teeth. If your dentist recommends that you need a filling, ask them what type of material they will be using. If you prefer that they use a different one than the one they recommend, ask them to explain why their preference and recommendation.

Dental Care With Real Care

If you know you need to get your teeth checked but have been putting it off, even if it has been years, we will welcome you and we will not shame you. We are here to help you and to help make your visit to the Apex tooth fillings dentist as stress-free as possible. Contact the caring team at Alliance Dentistry to answer your questions and to set up an appointment today.