When teeth are broken or suffering from tooth decay, it can be difficult to eat properly. Dental fillings restore function to chew food properly. These fillings also ensure that particles aren’t getting stuck inside the crevices created by deep cavities or broken teeth. A filling, however, may not be a viable option when the cavity is too large or close to the root. Our general dentist, or pediatric dentist for a child, will be able to use their years of experience and understanding of technology to decide the best treatment option.
What If My Teeth Don’t Hurt?
Sometimes cavities don’t hurt because there aren’t nerves on the tooth surface. If there is an active bacterial invasion of your tooth, the cavity will spread not only to other teeth, but it will go deeper inside the weaker part of your tooth to the nerve. When the cavity reaches this deep, then a dental filling may not be enough. This is when a dental crown or root canal treatment may be recommended.
If you notice dark spots on your teeth, then you have cavities that need to be removed. Contact our dental office in the Woodlands/Conroe area to schedule your dental filling appointment.
