No, dental fillings do not cause pain. You may feel mild pressure or that someone is working on something in your mouth, but it is not a great discomfort because we use powerful local anesthesia to numb the treatment area.
If you’re still feeling nervous or unsure, talk to your dentist in Temple, TX, about our sedation dentistry options:
- Oral Conscious Sedation
- Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
About Tooth Decay and Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth decay occurs when acids adhere to the enamel, leading to erosion. This happens when you consume too many sweets or acidic foods and drinks. It’s also common in patients who don’t brush and floss at least twice daily or visit the dentist every six months for professional teeth cleanings.
In our dental office, we use tooth-colored fillings to treat cavities. These composite options are cosmetically superior to silver amalgam, and they don’t expand or contract with changes in oral temperature. Typically, your dentist removes less enamel when placing tooth-colored fillings than when placing amalgam fillings.
Tooth-colored fillings are mercury-free.
Contact Your Dentist to Book a Dental Checkup and Teeth Cleaning
To learn more about our dental treatments and services or to book a consultation with the dentist, call us today. You can also book online.