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Dental Fillings are tooth-colored or composite restorations used to repair teeth affected by cavities or minor damage, sealing out bacteria and restoring the tooth's original strength and appearance.
The decayed or damaged portion of the tooth is gently removed, the area is cleaned and shaped, and tooth-colored composite resin is bonded directly to the tooth and hardened with a curing light for a seamless restoration.
Stops cavity progression, relieves tooth sensitivity, restores the tooth's original strength and appearance, and prevents further decay from developing in the treated area.
Dental Fillings
Tooth-colored restorations that repair cavities and minor damage while blending invisibly with natural enamel.
Patients with cavities or minor tooth decay who need a durable, natural-looking restoration that stops further damage and restores the tooth's original strength and appearance.
One of the most routine dental procedures, a filling is typically completed in a single appointment with local anesthesia. Patients leave with the decay removed and the tooth restored, often with little to no lingering sensitivity.
At Troy Meadows Dental, most dental filling appointments are completed in a single visit lasting 30–60 minutes, depending on the size and location of the cavity being restored.
Dental Fillings at Troy Meadows Dental may cause temporary sensitivity to temperature or pressure in the days following placement. Patients should avoid chewing on the treated side until any sensitivity subsides and maintain good oral hygiene to prevent new decay from forming around the restoration.
Dental filling recovery at Troy Meadows Dental is minimal, and most patients leave the appointment ready to resume their normal routine. Some mild temperature sensitivity or tenderness around the treated tooth is normal for a few days and typically resolves on its own without any additional treatment.