Fillings
Even if you limit sticky sweets and make sure your children brush their teeth twice a day, cavities can still happen. About 3 of every 4 school-age children get at least 1 cavity. A trip to the pediatric dentist can take care of your child’s cavities with minimal stress, anxiety, and discomfort.
Whether it’s baby teeth or permanent adult teeth that need a dental filling, we will take care of your child and ensure their comfort and dental health from start to finish. Contact us via online form or by calling 888.339.8108.
What Are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings are used to treat cavities—small holes in the tooth that result from decay.
At Clifton & Mauney, we use tooth-colored composite for our fillings. Also used in dental bonding, this composite can be matched to the tooth. No one will ever realize dental work was done.
Depending on the size, more than one cavity can be filled in a single appointment, though a lot depends on the child’s age and ability to sit for multiple fillings. If there are multiple cavities, we always discuss these matters with the parents before scheduling.
Tooth-colored composite is usually the best option for filling cavities, though it might not be in some cases. If it is not, your dentist will discuss options with you. At Clifton & Mauney, we like using composite because:
- It is efficient, which is great for nervous children or those who have a hard time sitting still.
- It is more durable than other filling materials.
- The resin's color and final translucent look make teeth look natural, healthy, and shiny.
The steps for placing a composite filling are:
- Numb the area to avoid discomfort
- Remove the decayed area of the tooth
- Place the filling material into the small gap left behind by the prior step
- Mold the filling material to the shape of the tooth
- Use a special light to set, aka harden, the filling material
- Make adjustments to the bite for comfort
- Finish with a good polish
Why Quick Treatment of Cavities Matters:
- First, you want to intervene quickly to treat a cavity to stop further decay, which can damage more of the tooth and surrounding teeth.
- Second, untreated cavities can lead to dental pain. Catching a cavity early and taking care of it with a dental filling reduces the chances of toothache and infection.
- Finally, preserving your child’s smile is important to their confidence.
Anxious About Dental Fillings?
Our very fuzzy team member can help! Sugar, our office therapy dog, is available upon request to visit or sit with your child during a filling. Just ask our team when you schedule the appointment.
Contact Clifton & Mauney to Learn More About Our Dental Filling Service
We provide full-service pediatric dentistry and all-ages orthodontics, including oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign and traditional braces, sealants, fillings, and so much more.
Let Clifton & Mauney be your one-stop-spot for your family’s dental and orthodontic needs.
We take the anxiety out of getting a filling. Call 888.339.8108 today to learn more, or simply submit this easy online form.