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Fillings

Do I Need a Filling?

Over 90% of adults will have a cavity at some point in their lives. Cavities are caused by a combination of factors, including the following:

  • Bacteria in your mouth
  • Plaque buildup
  • Sugary drinks
  • Frequent snacking
  • Improper brushing and flossing
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Left untreated, cavities can cause infection, pain, and tooth sensitivity, as well as tooth loss!

At The Winning Smile Dental Group, our dental fillings are customized to your mouth and built to last. We offer tooth-colored composite fillings to restore your tooth while maintaining its natural appearance. Most people can’t tell the tooth had any treatment at all!

 
3-Step Process for Fixing Cavities

Our composite dental fillings are a comfortable and personalized experience.

1
Keeping You Comfortable

We’ll gently numb your mouth with a local anesthetic to prevent discomfort during the filling.

2
Cleaning the Tooth
Your dentist will thoroughly clean out and remove decay from the tooth.

3
Restoring Your Smile

Finally, your dentist will bond the tooth-colored filling directly to your tooth, restoring its natural look, and function.

Our Approach to Fillings

At The Winning Smile Dental Group, we believe preventive care is the key to long-term dental health.

We’ll evaluate your risk of cavities during your regular dental exams, helping you understand how to properly care for your teeth and prevent decay.

Our experienced dentists and dental hygienists will recommend a filling only when it’s necessary. Through our comfortable, high-tech fillings, we’ll restore the natural look and function of your teeth.

Our goal is to help you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile through advanced care and a personalized approach.

Our Patients Love

Your smile makes a difference in the world and in the lives of those you care about the most.

6 locations with flexible scheduling, including mornings, evenings, and Fridays

Relaxing amenities like noise-cancelling headphones, TV, and comfy neck pillows

Our flexible approach to financing, payment options, and insurance plans

Our in-house savings program with great savings for your whole family

What to Expect at Your Appointment as a New Patient
  • Fill Out Patient Paperwork
  • Check In
  • Meet Your Team
  • X-rays
  • Periodontal charting
  • Comprehensive exam
  • Customized treatment plan

Let’s Bring Out the Best in Your Smile

Your smile makes a difference in the world and in the lives of those you care about the most.

What does a cavity look like?

Cavities vary in appearance. Often, they appear as small holes, chips, or dark spots on your tooth. Others have a chalky appearance on the enamel of your tooth. Cavities can be very small or encompass the entire tooth surface. Routine cleanings and exams will ensure no cavity goes unnoticed!

No. Once decay is present, it can’t be fixed on its own. However, with proper dental hygiene and care, you can keep the decay from spreading and getting worse.

If you are in pain or have an obvious cavity, a dental filling is usually necessary. However, it’s possible the decay has spread so far that a filling won’t be enough — you may need a crown, root canal, or extraction. If you have a very small cavity, your dentist may recommend keeping an eye on it for six months rather than immediately filling it.

No! A filling doesn’t affect the nerves of your tooth, so no nerves = no pain. To ensure your complete comfort, we’ll administer a numbing gel and local anesthetic before your treatment. Your mouth will feel numb for a few hours after the filling, but you’ll be back to normal in no time.

A filling typically lasts anywhere from 7-20 years, depending on the location of the filling, the size of the filling, and your dental hygiene habits.