Tooth Filling

Tooth Filling near 77023 TX

A filling repairs and restores the surface of a tooth that has been damaged by decay, fracture, or wear. A dental filling strengthens the tooth. If tooth decay is not repaired at its early stages, it will worsen and additional or alternative dental treatments may be necessary. With proper care and routine oral hygiene, a filling has a lifespan of 5-12 years, depending upon the type of filling material used.

Tooth Filling near 77023 TX

Dental Filling is a treatment modality to restore missing tooth structures that could have been a result of decay or trauma. Decay makes teeth hollow. Dental Filling helps to fill this gap and protect it from further decay. A filling is also used to repair broken or cracked teeth and the teeth which wear off due to dental habits like teeth grinding, nail biting, etc.

Dental fillings are usually diagnosed due to decayed teeth, broken/chipped teeth, food getting stuck between teeth or cosmetic reasons. The most conventional material used as fillings are composite (white) and amalgam (silver), at Miles for Smiles we offer both. Amalgam and Composite fillings have pros and cons which are explained to each of our patients prior to their use. Our experienced dentists will review each case meticulously and help our patients decide which filling would be most beneficial in use.