Traditional fillings made of silver amalgam can make teeth look unhealthy. At Lakeview Dental in Lakeville, NY, Dr. Brian Hirschfield offers tooth-colored dental fillings that blend seamlessly with your teeth. Dr. Hirschfield uses an advanced dental laser to remove decay in the utmost comfort before placing your filling. This modern approach to cavity treatment can restore your oral health without compromising the appearance of your smile.
Tooth-colored composite fillings provide a range of advantages over traditional metal fillings, such as:
Dr. Hirschfield can further explain the benefits of different materials during a consultation. Most patients choose composite fillings due to the many unique advantages they provide.
If you have a cavity, Dr. Hirschfield can restore your tooth in a way that looks completely natural and provides valuable oral health benefits for many years to come.
First, Dr. Hirschfield will administer a local anesthetic to numb your tooth and the area around it. If you suffer from dental anxiety, be sure and tell Dr. Hirschfield before treatment so we can discuss sedation options to help you relax. Once you are comfortable, Dr. Hirschfield will use an advanced dental laser to remove decay and prepare your tooth for the filling.
Once all decay and bacteria have been removed, Dr. Hirschfield will fill the area in layers. He will use a special curing light to harden each layer of material. When the cavity is completely filled, he will trim away any excess material. Finally, Dr, Hirschfield with polish the filling to make sure it blends and looks natural. Depending on the location of the cavity, he may need to make adjustments to the filling to ensure your teeth meet properly and comfortably.
If you have a cavity, Dr. Hirschfield can restore your tooth in a way that looks completely natural and provides valuable oral health benefits for many years to come. For more information about receiving a tooth-colored filling at Lakeview Dental, contact us online or call (585) 346-3028 today.
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