Nov
Tooth fillings are among the simplest and most common dental restorations. They are used to repair cavities, and prevent the spread of tooth decay. You might not pay a great deal of attention to cavities unless they affect the appearance of your smile, or become painful. Unfortunately, ignoring them will only lead to bigger, and eventually painful, problems.
Tooth decay is a progressive disease, and once it begins it will continue chewing away at the layers of enamel, dentin, and eventually reach the soft dental pulp. Fillings relieve the pain and sensitivity of deep cavities, because they replace the missing tooth material. Even more importantly, they stop the progression of decay by sealing out harmful plaque and bacteria.
The process is gentle, and it is completed in just a few simple steps:
If you have a cavity, we have a solution. Pleasant Dental® is located in Dolton, Illinois, providing quality dental care to residents throughout the area. Call us at (708) 576-1900 and schedule your appointment today.
Dr. Dean Dietrich founded Pleasant Dental® with the vision of serving his community by providing high-value comfortable care. Dr. D. has over 30 years of expertise and continues to be very passionate about his work. He and team enjoy caring for fearful patients and providing care in a unique upbeat, even fun way.