What are Fillings?
Dental fillings are used to 'fill in' areas of damage or decay in a tooth, such as a cavity. At Brookside Dental, our dentists use composite resin to fill teeth. The colour of this resin can be customized, so your filling can be made to match the rest of your smile.
By repairing cracks in your teeth or cavities, your dentist can stop infection from setting in and spreading to the surrounding teeth and gums. Fillings can also stop the pain associated with a damaged tooth.
If cared for properly, your filling can last many many years.
Signs You Need a Dental Filling
Cavities form when sugars interact with bacteria on your teeth and make acids that dissolve your enamel. The cavities may form on the chewing surfaces, near the roots, or around existing fillings.
If you're experiencing symptoms such as tooth sensitivity, dark spots, intense or throbbing pain, or a chipped or fractured tooth you should visit Brookside Dental for an examination.
Inlays & Onlays
Inlays and onlays are tooth-coloured porcelain fillings made in one single piece. These dental restorations are custom-made in a dental laboratory and are used when a cavity or other damage is too extensive for a regular dental filling.