How are dental cavities treated?

The most common approach to treating dental cavities is through dental fillings.  We use composite resins that are tooth-colored to restore the affected teeth once the decayed part has been removed with the use of dental drills. Depending on the extent of the cavity, local anesthesia may or may not be necessary.

Tooth-colored composite resins come in a variety of shades, and we choose the appropriate shade to match your natural tooth color during a careful examination. The cavity is then restored in layers, with each layer being hardened by exposure to blue light to enable it to bond with the tooth.

After the filling is completed, it is sculpted and polished to regain the natural tooth anatomy. Dental composite fillings provide excellent strength and restore vital functions such as chewing and speech. They also seal the tooth and prevent further decay, avoiding the need for invasive procedures.

Moreover, composite resins are highly conservative and do not require the removal of healthy tooth structures. This conserves more of the tooth structure and extends the lifespan of the tooth.