Dental Filling in Indianapolis, IN

A common oral health issue, cavities form when bacteria erode a tooth's enamel. Once the cavity is discovered, it must be sanitized to remove the bacteria before it is sealed to prevent further damage. In the past, dental cavities were treated with amalgam fillings, which are a mixture of different metals such as silver or mercury. Today, dental professionals realize that these types of fillings don't adhere well to dental enamel, plus mercury-based fillings are dangerous to your health. MINT dentistry in Indianapolis, IN is dedicated to giving our patients top-of-the-line solutions that meet their dental needs, so they have sexy teeth. For this reason, our premier dental facility provides tooth-colored fillings for the treatment of dental cavities. An advanced dental restoration, tooth-colored fillings are made from a composite resin and fill in cleaned-out cavities after it is shaded to blend seamlessly into your natural enamel. Our highly skilled and board-certified dental health professionals in Indianapolis, IN are dedicated to treating your entire family with superior care using modern tooth-colored fillings for the age-old problem of cavities.

For many years, dental professionals have used amalgam fillings to treat cavities caused by tooth decay. Amalgam fillings (made from a mixture of metals like copper, mercury, silver, and tin) were the only available material to fill and restore a tooth with a cavity. Compared to modern composite resin fillings, laughing, smiling, or talking with your mouth wide open makes these old amalgam fillings easy to see. Although many individuals still have silver fillings, the skilled dentists at MINT dentistry use composite resin fillings to save the tooth's structure and give you a healthy and dazzling smile.

Once the decay has been removed from the tooth, a tooth-colored filling can be used to fill small cavities. Composite resin is a versatile material that can be used to treat other problems with the teeth, like sealing small cracks or strengthening worn-down enamel caused by teeth grinding (bruxism). Since the composite resin is shaded to blend with your enamel, tooth-colored fillings are placed on any area of your front and back teeth for an attractive, seamless smile. If you're concerned about metal fillings, ask a member of the Indianapolis, IN MINT dentistry team about getting them removed and replaced with fillings made with composite resin.

MINT dentistry is able to quickly and effectively fill a cavity by utilizing state-of-the-art technology. At the start of your appointment, we'll help you settle into one of our luxurious, massage-style treatment chairs, then you can choose what you want to listen to during the treatment. We'll then numb the needed areas of your mouth with a local anesthetic to minimize your discomfort. Additional sedation methods can be discussed with your dentist to help with any dental fears or anxieties so you can stay relaxed and comfortable. Once you're at ease and prepared, the enamel affected by the cavity will be very gently removed with an advanced drill. After the affected enamel is removed and the surrounding enamel is sanitized, the hole can be filled with the composite material and hardened. Our dental team will polish the material once it is set so it blends with your other teeth and feels smooth.

The composite resin filling will be cured to create a tough surface so you can return to your regular diet following your appointment. Some patients experience sensitivity to extreme hot and cold temperatures for 1 – 3 days, but that should wear off soon. You may take non-prescription pain medication if you feel like you need it, but most patients have little to no discomfort. We highly recommend patients return for an adjustment after getting fillings to ensure the bite is perfect. Bite complications are difficult to avoid because your mouth has been numbed with local anesthesia; however, it is easy to fix. Just contact MINT. Your tooth-colored filling can be kept clean with a good routine at home, including daily brushing and flossing. At your future exams, we will check your tooth-colored filling and decide if it needs to be repaired or replaced. Fillings made with composite resin usually look natural and last a long time. To maintain your oral health, it's important to schedule biannual dental cleanings with a board-certified MINT dentist in Indianapolis, IN

Most dental insurance companies fully cover the costs of tooth-colored fillings. The financial team at MINT dentistry will contact your insurance company to determine your exact coverage before calculating your personal cost. For patients without insurance, the MINT dentistry support staff can talk to you about the payments accepted by our practice during your consultation and information on low-interest medical financing. MINT dentistry believes that every patient in Indianapolis, IN deserves a luminous and healthy smile and we are dedicated to making it easy for everyone to fit dental care into their budget. Speak with a member of our team to find out how we can make your dental experience more affordable with the MINT Discount Plan.

Cavities can be easily treated with tooth-colored fillings at MINT dentistry to keep your smile sexy. Using advanced technology and special techniques, tooth-colored fillings can stop tooth decay before bigger problems develop. Our experienced doctors and dental professionals will shade the filling to match your teeth so you have an attractive, healthy smile. If you suspect you or a family member has a cavity in your enamel, contact our MINT dentistry office in Indianapolis, IN to schedule a dental exam.