Dental Filling in Kennesaw, GA

We understand the worry of visiting the dentist and fearing that you have a cavity (when bacteria erode the enamel). After the bacteria is removed and the cavity is cleaned, the hole in the enamel must be filled. In the past, dental cavities were filled with a material called amalgam, which was made with different combinations of metals, including silver, gold, and mercury. Now, dentists understand that these types of fillings do not bond very well with enamel, plus there are dangers to your health from mercury-based fillings. At MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA, we are dedicated to giving our patients advanced treatments that meet their dental needs and give them a sexy smile. For this reason, MINT dentistry treats dental cavities with tooth-colored fillings. An advanced dental restoration, tooth-colored fillings are made from a material known as composite resin, which fills in cleaned-out cavities while blending with your natural teeth to match your gorgeous smile. The experienced, board-certified MINT dentists in Kennesaw, GA are dedicated to treating you and your family with superior care with advanced treatments, like tooth-colored fillings for cavities.

For over 150 years, the standard treatment to fill cavities and tooth decay were dental amalgams, a metal-based material placed where the cavity lies. Amalgam fillings (made from a combination of metals, including copper, mercury, silver, and tin) were the only available material to fill the enamel after a cavity had been removed. Compared to modern, composite resin fillings, when someone opens their mouth wide to laugh, smile, or talk, these old amalgam fillings are easy to see. Although some people still have amalgam fillings, our team of experienced MINT dentistry professionals uses composite resin fillings to save the structure of the tooth and give you a smile that's healthy and dazzling.

For patients who have small cavities, tooth-colored fillings can be used to fill in the decay after it has been cleaned out to provide a natural look to the tooth. Composite resin is a versatile material that can be used to treat other issues, including sealing small cracks or strengthening worn-down enamel caused by grinding your teeth. Since the composite resin is colored to match your teeth, tooth-colored fillings are used to treat any tooth for an attractive, seamless smile. If you're concerned about old amalgam fillings, speak with your Kennesaw, GA dentist about getting them removed and replaced with tooth-colored fillings.

The cutting-edge technology at MINT dentistry makes getting a cavity filled with a tooth-colored filling a very simple process. At the start of your appointment, a team member will help you relax in a massaging treatment chair, then you can choose what you want to listen to during your treatment. We'll then numb the needed areas of your mouth using a local anesthetic to make sure you remain comfortable throughout the process. Stronger sedation options can be discussed with one of our MINT doctors to keep you comfortable and relaxed if you have any anxieties or fears about your treatment. When you're prepped and relaxed, the enamel affected by the cavity will be carefully removed with a technologically advanced drill. After the affected enamel is eliminated and the surrounding enamel is sanitized, the hole can be filled with composite resin and set. Our dental team will then polish the filling so it feels smooth.

Immediately following the procedure, you should be able to resume your normal diet because the filling will be set and create a tough surface on the tooth. Some patients experience sensitivity to extreme hot and cold temperatures for a couple of days, but that should wear off soon. You may take nonprescription pain medication if you need it, but patients feel little to no discomfort. We highly recommend you return after getting a filling for an adjustment to keep your dental bite correct. Complications with your bite are almost unavoidable because the patient’s mouth is numb but is easily fixed. Just call us. To keep your new tooth-colored filling clean, you should follow a home oral care routine, including brushing and flossing every day. During your future exams, your dentist will check your tooth-colored filling and decide if it needs to be replaced or repaired at any point. Fillings made with composite resin material generally last for a very long time and look natural. To make sure your teeth remain healthy, it's important to attend regular dental cleanings and examinations at MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA.

Your dental insurance will more than likely cover your tooth-colored cavity filling in full. A member of our MINT dentistry team will speak to your insurance provider to determine your exact coverage before calculating your personal cost. For patients without insurance, the MINT dentistry support staff can talk to you about the payments we accept, as well as medical financing options. MINT dentistry believes that every patient in Kennesaw, GA deserves a healthy, beautiful smile and we are committed to making it easy for everyone to fit dental care into their budget. Speak with us about how the MINT Discount Plan can make your dental care more affordable.

MINT dentistry performs treatments that help to restore your oral health because we know that cavities can happen to anyone and that keeping your smile beautiful is important. Thanks to cutting-edge tools and advanced techniques, small areas of tooth decay can be treated with tooth-colored fillings. Our experienced doctors and dental professionals will shade the filling to match your teeth so you have an attractive smile and better oral health. If you have signs of a cavity in your enamel, contact MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA to schedule an appointment.