Your teeth are extremely resilient and even when affected by decay, cracks, and fractures, it doesn't necessarily mean that your dentist will recommend it be extracted. Instead of losing a decayed tooth entirely,
Ocean Township general dentist, Dr. Marc Berley, will removed the decayed portion of the tooth and fortify the remaining tooth structure with a resin or porcelain dental filling.
Dental fillings are placed on chipped teeth, cracked or broken teeth, decayed teeth, worn teeth, and the spaces between two tooth. Composite fillings can be placed in just one appointment with
Ocean Township dentist, Dr. Berley. During this general dentistry procedure, your tooth will be numbed while our dentists remove all the decay. The remaining tooth structure will be thoroughly cleaned and prepared for the new filling. If the tooth decay is near the nerve of the tooth, a medication may be applied for added protection. Next the composite filling will be precisely placed, shaped, and polished, creating an exact replica of your natural tooth in original shape and function. Following the placement of your dental filling, you'll receive specific instructions from our Ocean Township general dentists about proper oral care for your filling so that it lasts a long time.
When you visit Dr. Marc Berley in Ocean Township, New Jersey, you'll find that there are a variety of dental fillings, each with their own advantages. One main advantage of white fillings is that the tooth-composite bond deters breakage and insulate against temperature changes. Composite fillings are also tooth colored and can be closely matched to the color of your existing teeth for a cohesive look. The best advantage of composite tooth fillings is that less of your natural tooth structure needs to be removed for this procedure. Dental fillings may need to be replaced over time, but they are very durable and can last for many years. For more information about tooth-colored porcelain dental fillings be sure to visit Ocean Township general dentist, Dr. Marc Berley.
