Dental Fillings in Reading
Treating decay and protecting teeth.
Dental fillings have been around in one form or another for centuries, and if we’re being honest, most of us have at least one. Until fairly recently, fillings were purely amalgam (silver), but now we also have tooth-coloured or white fillings, which are ideal if someone is looking to seamlessly protect teeth without that tell-tale glint of silver.
We exclusively use white fillings for our patients, tailored to their specific needs and requirements. Find out more about how the process works and how they help below.
Fillings, inlays/onlays and more
Dental fillings are essentially used to protect teeth from further cavities. Once the problem area is cleaned out, a resin-like material is placed into the cavity area. As the resin is cured, it forms an impenetrable barrier that protects the tooth.
In some instances, the cavity is too large to fill. In these instances, we make what are known as inlays and onlays, which sit either on the bite surface of the tooth or within a section of the tooth.
Again, inlays and onlays act in the same way as dental fillings, protecting teeth by stopping bacteria from entering.
Implant-retained dentures
For those who don’t want the hassle of daily denture removal and cleaning, the gold standard of missing teeth replacement is dental implants. Implants are designed to support anything from a single crown or bridge through to an entire row of, yes, you’ve guessed it, fixed dentures.
The advantages of implant-retained dentures are many and include:
- A fixed and permanent anchor in the mouth.
- Biting and chewing ability is maximised.
- Implants stimulate bone growth.
- They can feel less intrusive.
Don’t forget to ask us about implant-supported dentures during your initial consultation.
What can you expect?
Once you’re seated comfortably in the chair, our dentists will explain the treatment to you. Once you’re ready to proceed, we’ll gently numb the area.
Once the anaesthetic has taken hold, we’ll clean out the affected area, ensuring that it’s bacteria-free.
Our patients at this point may be watching a movie on the ceiling-mounted TV screen or listening to music with our noise-cancelling headphones. Either way, they should feel pretty relaxed.
We’ll apply the filling material to the area, making sure it’s well packed in. Then we’ll check for a bite.
Once the bite is good, we may harden the material with a curing light or leave it to harden naturally. Either way, it should dry rock solid and become an integral part of the tooth. Then we shape and polish the restoration.
Once we’re done, you’re good to go.
Need a dental filling in Reading?
A dental filling is such a simple and cost-effective process that can prolong the life of a tooth, and we’re here to help you maintain your perfect smile. Don’t put up with tooth cavities. Come and talk to us about this easy treatment and how we can help.
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