Fix Damage From Decay With Tooth Fillings in Fort Smith

Even with good oral hygiene and regular dental cleanings, it’s possible to get an occasional cavity. The good news is, many cavities are easy to repair with tooth fillings in Fort Smith. Even better, you no longer need to get silver fillings that darken over time, creating unsightly spots in your smile.

We use composite fillings that:

Won’t Show When You Smile – We can match composite to your other teeth so your filling will look completely natural.
Require Less Alteration of Your Tooth – We won’t need to remove as much of your healthy enamel for a composite filling.
Pose Fewer Allergy Risks – Composite fillings are less likely to cause allergies than amalgam fillings, which are made of a blend of multiple metals.
Don’t Contain Mercury – While the FDA and the American Dental Association both say mercury is safe when used in fillings, some people would rather avoid it because of mercury’s possible impact on their long-term health.

If you think you may need a dental filling, call us today at 479-668-3109. We know some patients prefer metal dental restorations, so we do offer gold onlays and dental crowns.

Repair Your Smile With Other Dental Restorations Too

We can fix many cavities with fillings; however, we may suggest another restoration for larger cavities. Your restorative options include:

Dental Crown – Since a crown covers your entire tooth, it is often the best choice for the largest cavities. We can use either tooth-colored zirconia or gold for your crown.
Inlay – An inlay covers more of your tooth surface than a filling but less than a crown. So it can fix a cavity that is too large for a filling but not big enough for a crown.
Onlay – An onlay is sometimes called a “partial crown” because it covers the top surface of your tooth and extends onto the sides.

For tooth fillings in Fort Smith, call Dallas Street Dental at 479-668-3109. You can also make an appointment online.

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Common Questions About Tooth Fillings

What are white tooth fillings made of?

White fillings are made out of either composite resin, a blend of ceramic and plastic, or porcelain. We can match the color of these materials to your other teeth so they will look completely natural in your smile. Unlike amalgam (metal) fillings, white fillings don’t contain mercury. So they’re a good choice for patients who prefer to avoid mercury.

What tooth fillings are safe?

While there is still disagreement over whether traditional amalgam (metal) fillings are any threat to dental patients’ health, we prefer to be cautious with our treatment. For this reason, we place only metal-free composite resin fillings made up of tiny glass and plastic particles. They look great and give our patients peace of mind about their health.

When do tooth fillings need to be replaced?

After your dentist places your new filling, you should expect it to last for several years without any problems. Composite fillings last an average of about five to seven years, although other factors do come into play, including which tooth has the filling and the types of foods you eat.

Why do I need a tooth filling?

Fillings are often necessary when we see that you have a cavity. This restoration procedure prevents cavities from becoming bigger and more problematic. We use tooth colored fillings that will blend in your smile and are safer than metal fillings. Sometimes other restorative treatments are necessary to repair your smile, but we’ll discuss the best path to restore your oral health.

Fix Damage From Decay With Tooth Fillings in Fort Smith

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