Dental Fillings Ramsey, MN
At River’s Bend Family Dental, we create a comfortable environment to address the unique dental needs of your family.
What Are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings, also known as bonding, are the bread and butter, first-line treatment for any small cavity. Dentistry has come a long way since using old, unsightly silver fillings (amalgam). River’s Bend does not use any silver filling materials and believes in building a mercury-free dental future.
If you have damaged or decayed teeth, Dr. Wimmergren may determine if they can be repaired with dental fillings. To place a dental filling, the decay or damaged area must first be removed. Once this area is cleaned, etched, and bonded with a liquid solution, it is ready to be restored.
After the cavity is removed with drilling, there is a small hole in the tooth that needs to be filled. Hence filling! But unlike a doughnut filling (which might be custard) the filling material used is an advanced resin. It’s super important the tooth is ultra-dry during the procedure. So, if Dr. Wimmergren is asking you to stay open or placing more cotton around the tooth during this part you will know why. To clean the tooth, a shampoo-like material called ‘etch’ cleans off the surface of the tooth and is washed away. A glue-like substance called ‘bond’ is applied, layered, and then light-cured. Finally, the advanced resin material is placed, shaped like a tooth, and light-cured.
When white filling is used in the front area, the dentist has the opportunity to showcase their artistry. Sculpting the filling material and applying a final polish to create a natural-looking tooth is the perfect finishing touch.
Caring for Your Filling
You probably want to keep your new filling for as long as possible. That’s Great! It’ll be a good idea to maintain good brushing and flossing habits while following up with your hygienist and dentist every six months. The maintenance visits help you stave off more frequent visits to the office. We’re here to help catch small issues early or give tips on your home oral care.
