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Repair Decayed Teeth With Tooth Fillings in Sioux Falls

Even with diligent daily brushing and flossing, few of us make it through life without a cavity or two. Fortunately, we can repair many cavities with tooth fillings in Sioux Falls.

Our dental fillings will:

  • Halt decay before it can get inside your tooth, causing an infection
  • Avoid the need for a larger dental restoration like a crown
  • Allow you to choose a composite for a natural appearance or amalgam (metal) for added strength
  • Allow you to chew food without pain

We check for cavities during every dental exam using high-tech equipment like digital X-rays and intraoral cameras. To schedule your next exam, call us today at 605-250-4651.

Select the Dental Filling That Is Best for Your Smile

Some dental practices offer just one option for fillings. Every smile is different, so we offer a choice of two different kinds of fillings. We’ll help you determine which one is best for you, considering your budget and the condition of your tooth, among other factors. Your options are:

  • Metal Fillings – Made of a blend of metals called amalgam, these typically last longer than composite fillings and can withstand heavier chewing force. They are also more affordable.
  • Composite Fillings – These restorations are made of a material that we can match to your other teeth, so they blend easily into your smile. We also won’t have to remove as much of your tooth structure for a composite filling.

Larger Cavities May Require a Different Dental Restoration

Large cavities may require treatment with a different dental restoration. We may recommend:

  • An Inlay – Sometimes called a partial crown, an inlay covers the entire chewing surface of your tooth. It requires us to remove more tooth structure than for a filling but not as much as we would for a crown.
  • An Onlay – An onlay is similar to an inlay but slightly larger, extending to cover one or more of the cusps of your tooth.
  • A Dental Crown – Since it covers your whole tooth, a crown can be used to repair cases of extreme decay.

For tooth fillings in Sioux Falls, call Sioux Falls Smiles at 605-250-4651 or use our to schedule online.

Common Questions About Tooth Fillings

Tooth fillings have been around for decades and have helped millions of people repair dental decay. Research has shown that fillings are safe, whether amalgam or composite fillings. The FDA has specifically stated that the low amount of mercury in amalgam fillings is safe for children and adults. We offer both amalgam fillings and composite fillings here and administer them according to strict safety protocols. We will help you find the filling that will best address your needs.

Fillings can last many years, but the type of material the filling is made from can affect how long yours will last. For example, composite fillings usually last five to seven years with proper care, while amalgam fillings can last 10 to 15 years. Both can last even longer depending on your oral hygiene at home as well as keeping up with your routine visits at our office.

Most fillings are covered at least in part by dental insurance. Some plans may offer the same coverage for both composite or metal fillings, while some may cover a higher percentage of metal fillings. We’ll help you determine what your policy will cover and any costs you will be responsible for. Either way, tooth fillings are a very affordable option for treating early tooth decay.

We use two kinds of fillings: amalgam fillings, which are made of a blend of metals, and tooth-colored composite fillings. We often suggest using composite fillings because they require us to remove less of your natural tooth structure and look completely natural in your smile. However, metal fillings may be better for some situations. We’ll help you determine which one is right for you.

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