The process involved in placing a dental filling in Bluffton, South Carolina, is simple, easy, and painless. It includes the following treatment steps:
Step 1: First, your dentist will make sure you have a comfortable dental experience. So, they will numb your tooth and surrounding gums with a local anesthetic. Then, they will use a drill, air abrasion instrument, or laser to remove the decay from the tooth.
Step 2: Once the decay is removed, your dentist will deeply clean the tooth and make sure there are no bacteria or debris remaining.
Step 3: When the tooth is completely clean, your dentist will place the filling and then they will finish and polish it to make it fit perfectly with your bite and smile.
As you can see, placing a dental filling is harmless, so there’s no need to worry about restoring a tooth after it has been attacked and damaged by tooth decay. If you would like to learn more about dental fillings, like the different materials available and how long they can last, please call First Dental of Bluffton today. Dr. Charles W. Hobart II and our dental team are here to help you in any way we can, and we are happy to teach you all we know about the treatment. We look forward to hearing from you!