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What You Need to Know About White Fillings
When existing plaque and tartar are not regularly cleaned from a tooth, what will result is tooth decay. When caught in the early stages, a filling can be used to restore the tooth. However, if existing decay is allowed to progress, you could be looking at more intrusive dental work like a root canal or, worst cases, tooth extraction. While decay itself is irreversible, it is easily treated when caught early. The decayed tooth material can be removed, and a white dental filling can be put in place to strengthen and protect the tooth. Dr. Jennifer Nation and the team at Brookside Smiles in Loma Linda, California, provide beautiful tooth-colored fillings to patients seeking treatment “near me.” White fillings are crafted to blend seamlessly and bonded in place for a strong, durable restoration.
White Fillings
When a tooth is weakened by decay, that decayed material must be removed and a white tooth-colored filling put in place. Fillings restore a tooth to strength after it has been damaged. When you visit your dentist, and it is deemed that a filling is necessary, your dentist will need to assess your tooth to determine how much decay is present. Then the decay will be removed, the tooth disinfected, and the filling will be put in place. White fillings are made of a composite resin material which will be applied to fill the cavity. This ensures that bacteria cannot access the tooth’s damaged area, leading to more severe problems. Your filling will be made to match the shade of your tooth, and, once applied, it will be bonded in place.
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The Benefits of White Fillings
The white filling provides several benefits, especially compared to older amalgam fillings. The obvious advantage of a white filling is its appearance. Patients love white fillings because they are matched to the shade of the tooth, providing a discreet restorative option. White fillings are also metal and, more importantly, mercury-free. While there is still debate about the effect of mercury in fillings, you do not need to worry about it with white fillings composed of a composite resin material.
To learn more about white fillings, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Nation by calling (909) 300-9044.
Jennifer Nation, DDS
Jennifer Nation, DDS, studied in France for a few years before receiving a Bachelor’s degree in French and a Minor in Art from La Sierra University in Riverside, California. She then attended dental school at Loma Linda University, where she met her husband, Dr. Jared Nation.
Dr. Jennifer is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Tri-County Dental Society. She has been practicing dentistry since 2002 and is committed to providing a positive dental experience for her patients. Her goal is facilitated by her caring, gentle approach and meticulous clinical skills.