When you have pain or sensitivity in your smile, then you could benefit from restorative treatment to prevent worsening decay or infection. In today’s blog, your Allen, TX, dentist will talk about how we diagnose the cause of your discomfort, and the treatments we use to restore smiles to optimal health, function, and beauty.
Toothaches and Cavities
Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks, and persistent toothaches, are often the first warning signs of a cavity. However, if you experience discomfort then your cavity has already reached a more advanced stage, and an infection is much more likely to occur. Cavities form when harmful bacteria make contact with the inner dentin. This is possible when injury damages outer enamel, or poor oral hygiene creates plaque buildup that weakens the protective enamel layer. If you experience pain in your smile, let us know right away!
Possible Treatments
For a cavity, we could place a filling in one visit. Made from a metal-free composite resin, we color-match it to blend with your smile! If you have an infected tooth, a root canal procedure could mean we remove infected tissues, before we cap the tooth with a lifelike and durable dental crown. If you grind your teeth, this could also damage the enamel and lead to decay. An oral appliance could help prevent further grinding episodes, and also safeguard the smile against damage. With each treatment option, we take time to ensure it is customized for your smile, providing a comfortable fit, balanced bite, and results that look great and last for many years to come.
Cavity Prevention
You can also take steps to help prevent cavities. First, cut back on the number of sugary foods and drinks you consume. This deprives harmful bacteria of a meal and reduces the severity of plaque buildup. You also help by brushing and flossing, which removes food particles to help control plaque and prevent cavities. Seeing us every six months for a checkup and cleaning means we can watch for the earliest signs of decay, offering treatment before you even experience discomfort. We also clean the teeth, a procedure that removes all plaque and tartar, to decrease the risks of cavities, as well as gingivitis and gum disease.
If you have any questions about preventing cavities, or about treatment to stop a toothache, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you and your family maintain healthy, comfortable smiles!
Talk To Your Allen, TX Dentist About Avoiding Toothaches
We want to make sure you find relief for your discomfort, and prevent issues like dental infection or tooth loss. To find out more about our preventive and restorative treatment options, please contact your Allen, TX, dentist, Dr. Torrens-Parker, by calling 469-342-6644.
