At CV Dental, we understand the value of your smile. We also understand that not every chipped or cracked tooth requires a veneer or crown. Bonding is an excellent option to patch up minor chips, cracks or gaps in your teeth.
Our bonding and white fillings are a great treatment option to enhance the aesthetics of your smile without having to go through a larger treatment plan. We deliver you the highest standard of bonding that not only boosts the smile but also helps prevent future dental decay or deterioration.
We may also use bonding in cases where you have stained or discolored teeth and you want these problems to be covered up in an appropriate manner. It’s called bonding because a resin is literally bonded to the surface of the tooth. We will match the resin to the color of your teeth so that it looks exactly like your natural teeth when the process is done. The procedure can take anywhere from 30-60 minutes.
In addition, we also use bonding as a filling in patients where a cavity has been removed. This white filling is in place of the silver amalgam fillings that were used in the past. Advancements in dental technology have enabled us to deliver you a long-lasting solution in the form of bonding and white fillings.
From a budget and safety perspective, this procedure will often yield similar results to more complex and costly procedures. Bonding is typically recommended for the front teeth that do not receive as much pressure as molars, as this procedure tends to bit a bit weaker than other types of restorations. Call us today to book an appointment and address your dental needs at affordable rates.
If the pleasure of eating a delicious bowl of ice cream or sipping a soothing cup of tea gets overshadowed by dental pain that makes you wince; it's time to contact our office. As skilled providers of care, we'll determine what's causing your discomfort and perform the treatment required to alleviate your symptoms and get you back on the road to oral health.
Cavities develop because of an infectious process that causes progressive damage to tooth structure. Despite starting as a pinpoint defect on the outermost enamel layer of your tooth, untreated dental decay progressively compromises more and more healthy tooth structure as it works its way to the inner layers of your tooth.
Yes, you can still develop tooth decay on other surfaces of the tooth, around the margins of an old filling, or in fewer instances, recurrent decay underneath it. For this reason, it's essential to maintain excellent oral hygiene, a diet low in sugary beverages and sweets, and be sure to visit our office for routine checkups and care. While tooth decay is second only to the common cold in frequency, it's almost entirely preventable.
We value the time and comfort of our patients. If cavities are located on adjacent teeth, or in the same section of your smile, it may be possible to treat more than one tooth during your visit. However, how much is done each visit depends on several factors. We keep our patients well informed and tailor every treatment plan and visit to address their unique needs.
Addressing concerns on the presence of elemental mercury in silver fillings, the American Dental Association (ADA), The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the FDA, and the World Health Organization have all stated that amalgam restorations do not pose a risk to health. However, individuals with allergies or sensitivities to the metals in dental amalgam are advised to pursue other restorative options.
Dental fillings are performed under local anesthesia to help ensure your comfort throughout the entire procedure. The involved tooth remains completely numb for the extent of your visit. Within one or two hours after the procedure is completed, the local anesthetic will gradually wear off, and normal sensations return.
A tooth-colored composite filling is fully hardened and set by the end of your visit. However, we may advise you to wait a couple of hours until the local anesthesia has completely worn off. This advice is to help ensure you don't accidentally bite your lip, cheek, or tongue while still numb.
The lifetime of a dental filling varies depending on the type of material used. While popular dental materials can last a decade or more with proper care, they can degrade over time, wear down, or even break. When this happens, you may experience some tooth sensitivity, a jagged edge, or a loose or dislodged piece of filling material. Whatever the case may be, it's essential to get the filling replaced before the tooth sustains further damage or other consequences arise. Beyond taking good care of your smile to help ensure the longevity of your fillings, our office regularly checks the status of your existing fillings as part of a routine checkup exam.
Dental fillings are an essential investment that serves to preserve and protect the health of your smile. With that said, how much a filling costs depends on the number of surfaces of the tooth involved and the filling material that is used. Amalgam restorations are the most economical. While tooth-colored composite fillings have a slightly higher cost, they offer the added benefits of being metal-free and much more aesthetically pleasing. Ceramic fillings, inlays, and onlays are more expensive than the preceding options but provide outstanding, long-lasting, and natural-looking results.
Dental insurances typically cover the cost of dental fillings. While we work with you to maximize your insurance benefits, there may still be an out-of-pocket expense. At the office of Calogero Vassallo DDS, PLLC, we strive to help you begin care without any additional financial stress or delay.
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Getting in touch with us is quick and easy! Our welcoming team is here to help with booking appointments, answering questions about treatments, and addressing any concerns. Whether you’d rather give us a call, send us an email, or complete our convenient online contact form, we’re happy to assist you. Don’t wait any longer to start your journey to a healthier, more confident smile—reach out today and see how personalized dental care can make a difference!
