There are many reasons why adults and children may need restorative treatment. The most common reason is decay, followed by fractured teeth. In many cases old restorations may need replacement. We recommend taking care of the diagnosed treatment as soon as possible in order to avoid further decay or it may result in more extensive treatment.
If you have a cavity and it needs restoration, our office uses the safest and latest materials available to restore the functionality of the tooth. Please remember that a tooth may need treatment before it causes pain. If a tooth causes pain, it may be able to be saved, but the treatment time and cost typically increase due to the complexity of the necessary procedures.
Cavities and Restoration Choices
As part of any visit to our office, we check all of your restorations such as crowns, fillings, bridges, veneers, etc. for any sign of decay or old age and we may recommend x-rays so that we can see inside and between your teeth. If we spot any cavities, we will recommend different options for restoring the tooth to full function. If the cavity is in the very early stages, we may decide to keep an eye on it and recommend a home fluoride rinse to help the tooth fight the cavity and possibly prevent the need for a restoration.
