At Dental Depot in Del City, we’re here to help you keep your smile strong and healthy—starting with high-quality fillings! Cavities can happen for all kinds of reasons—diet, oral hygiene habits, aging, even genetics—but no matter the cause, our experienced team has you covered.
Fillings are a quick, effective way to stop decay in its tracks, strengthen your tooth, and prevent future issues. We focus on making the process as easy and comfortable as possible, so you can get back to feeling great about your smile.
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Cavities happen—but getting them fixed is quick, easy, and stress-free at Dental Depot in Del City! We offer high-quality, affordable fillings that restore your teeth, prevent further damage, and keep your smile looking and feeling its best.
Tooth decay can pop up for all kinds of reasons—diet, oral hygiene, age, even genetics—but no matter what’s behind it, we’re here to help. Whether you’ve got a small cavity that needs attention or you’re looking to protect worn enamel, our experienced team uses advanced techniques and materials to deliver strong, natural-looking results.
We get it—visiting the dentist isn’t always at the top of your to-do list. That’s why at Dental Depot Del City, we go out of our way to make your visit smooth, comfortable, and easy. Our friendly team is happy to explain your options, answer questions, and provide care in a welcoming space where you can feel at ease.
Don’t let cavities get in the way of your smile—schedule your appointment today!
Cavities are difficult to detect independently, so patients must maintain a semi-annual cleaning and checkup schedule with their dentist. When left untreated, a cavity may become so severe that infection develops, which can lead to more serious treatment options, including a root canal or extraction (loss of the tooth). With twice annual visits, your dentist will likely detect any cavities in a reasonable time frame, allowing for the least invasive treatment option – a dental filling.
Your dentist will likely be the person who detects decay in your teeth. Dentists can see things undetectable to the naked eye with specialized tools and instruments. Because most people are unaware they have a cavity, visiting the dentist regularly is critical. However, depending on the severity of the decay, you may exhibit symptoms including sensitivity to hot and cold food or drinks, dull but constant ache in a specific area, a dark spot on the tooth, or sharp pain when biting down.
If your dentist finds a cavity during your checkup, she or he will likely not be able to treat it that same day, and you’ll be scheduled for another appointment later.
The appointment for your filling generally lasts from twenty minutes to an hour, depending on the severity of the cavity and if you have more than one being treated. Here’s what happens during that appointment:
Fillings can be an effective treatment for other dental issues, including:
The same materials used to fill in an eroded hole can be used to straighten or smooth the surface of a tooth, improving the function and aesthetic and resulting in a stronger, more confident smile.
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, can be abrasive and damage the enamel of teeth. If areas of the teeth have been significantly worn down, resulting in weakened or broken enamel, a filling can add support and increase durability.
The maintenance required to care for a filling is the same as for your teeth. Teeth must be brushed morning and night for two minutes each (occasionally after particularly sugary meals or drinks), flossed daily, and professionally cleaned twice a year. Good oral hygiene and routine dental visits help ensure your teeth and fillings remain healthy, clean, and strong for years.
Sometimes fillings can break or become loose. If that happens, schedule an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible to have it replaced. A broken or loose filling leaves the tooth vulnerable to bacteria, infection, and decay, so it’s important to have the filling fixed.
