Fillings

Fillings are what dentists use to treat cavities. Cavities are the decayed parts of your tooth. Your dentist in Edina, MN will remove the decayed portion of your tooth and fill that hole with a single material or a combination of materials to restore your tooth back to a healthy functioning condition and to prevent further decay.

The Different Types of Fillings Available

• Composite Resin

Composite resin fillings are white or tooth-colored resin. The resin is a combination of glass and plastic resin.

• Silver Amalgam

Silver amalgam fillings are made up of a combination of silver alloy and mercury.

• Resin Ionomer Cement

Resin ionomer cement is a combination of glass, organic acid, and resin polymer.

• Glass Ionomer Cement

Glass ionomer cement is a tooth-colored combination of glass and organic acid.

• Porcelain

Porcelain, yep, you guessed it, is made of porcelain.

• Nickel or Cobalt-Chrome Alloys

Nickel or cobalt-chrome alloys are a combination of nickel and chromium, and they are both silver-colored.

• Gold Alloy

Gold alloys are a mixture of gold, copper, and other metals.

How Are Dental Fillings Used?

Dental fillings are used to restore a decayed or damaged tooth or teeth back to a healthy, properly functioning tooth. Fillings are also used to fill in a tooth where tooth decay has been removed. They can also be used to fix broken or injured teeth where the enamel has come off and to restore eroded or worn-out teeth.

How to Know If You Need a Filling

If you think you might need a filling in Edina, MN, your dentist will examine and X-ray your tooth to determine what is causing your dental issues. They will then recommend the appropriate treatment based on their findings.