Dental Fillings
Dr. Alan
Pressman is known as The DrillLess Dentist because he uses a silent and
painless state-of-the-art laser instead of a drill to prepare teeth for direct
dental fillings (Note: because the laser is painless, no injections are
needed!)
The DrillLess
Dentist for Dental Fillings in Spring Valley, NY
Dr. Pressman
uses modern dental fillings in Rockland and Bergen counties are made of plastic
and ceramic compounds that resemble the look of natural teeth. These materials
are called composite resins and are usually placed on the front teeth. These
teeth are the most visible. However, these compounds can be used on the molars
depending on the extent and location of the decay.
The DrillLess
Dentist for Dental Fillings in Rockland County and Bergen County
Several
elements affect the durability, performance, and cost of dental fillings,
including:
- The type of filling
material used
- The amount of healthy
tooth structure that remains
- How and where the
restoration is placed
- The chewing force that
the restored tooth will have to bear
- The number of visits
and length of time needed to prepare and adjust the filled tooth
If you suspect you have any dental cavities, visit us today!
Tooth
Restorations in Rockland County and Bergen County
Before your
treatment, Dr. Pressman in Rockland County’s Spring Valley and serving Bergen
county residents too, will explain all of your options. As a result, you will
be able to make an informed decision. Then, Dr. Pressman will help you choose
the correct dental filling for your situation. Before this discussion, it will
be good to learn about the types of fillings available at Alan Pressman DMD.
Direct
Fillings
This type of
restoration can be placed in one visit. Materials used for direct fillings
include, composite, and resin or glass ionomer materials. After preparing the
tooth using the painless, noiseless laser, the filling is placed and adjusted.
Indirect
Fillings
These options
generally require two or more appointments. Included in this category are
dental veneers fabricated with a variety of materials and inlays & on-lays.
Indirect restorations fix teeth that have more damage than a filling can
support. However, the damage is not severe enough for a dental crown. At the
first visit, an impression will be made and sent to a lab. You will receive a
temporary restoration while you wait. At the second visit, the indirect filling
will be cemented in place and adjusted as needed.
How are Dental
Fillings Placed?
The procedure
for dental fillings is straightforward and takes only a single visit to
complete it. Local anaesthesia is administered before placing the filling. Then
the tooth is then cleaned, and the decayed part is removed with a drill. Next,
the dental filling material is filled inside the cavity, hardened and smoothed,
providing instant protection.
Whether it is
made of composite resin or amalgam, you can maintain dental fillings for many
years. If taken care of properly, your fillings can be retained for ten to
fifteen years. However, they can’t last forever. It corrupts and gets
tarnished, becoming yellow. The dental fillings may also crack, get loose,
leak, or fall out completely over time due to chewing and brushing pressures.
Sometimes, it can lead to infection as bacteria find its way for invasion and
the cavity increased in size, causing pain.
Take Care of
Your Dental Fillings with a Dentist in Spring Valley NY
Dental
fillings need the same care as natural teeth. It is essential to take care of
them to prevent new problems. Flossing and brushing twice a day will help to
prevent build-up on your teeth. Regular dental exams and cleaning from your
doctor in Spring Valley is also important. These visits will allow Dr. Pressman
to track the condition of your fillings and teeth.
Have an issue
with the existing filling? Click here to Schedule an appointment today!