Dental Fillings in North Hollywood, CA

When the bacteria in your mouth invade your tooth structure, they can destroy the protective layers of your teeth, forming a cavity. As a cavity increases in size, it progressively weakens the structure of your tooth, potentially reaching a point where your tooth cannot be salvaged. To mitigate such complications and reinforce compromised teeth, our North Hollywood, CA-based practice provides restorative dental fillings. These restorations fill in the cavities in your teeth and protect them from further damage. Apart from dental caries, we also provide dental restorations for the following causes:

• Chipped teeth
• Broken, cracked, or damaged teeth
• Minor spaces between teeth
• Worn-out or eroded tooth surfaces
• Replacement of old dental fillings

During your initial visit, our team will perform a preliminary exam to identify your dental needs. We will also take dental x-rays to understand the extent of tooth damage. If dental fillings are the best treatment option, we will guide you through the process beforehand. Our dentists will also select a dental filling that fits your dental needs. Among many alternatives, such as metal fillings, glass ionomer cements (GIC), and ceramic restorations, composite fillings are the most preferred ones. It is because they resemble the natural color of your teeth and offer much more durability.

The treatment process starts with injecting a local anesthetic near the defective tooth. When the area is numb, we will use a dental drill to clean the infected area and debride your tooth. Once tooth prep is complete, we will place the dental filling and mold it to match the natural structure of your teeth. The final steps include finishing and polishing for a smooth, shiny surface without any rough edges. After completion, our dental team will give you the necessary guidelines to care for your dental restorations so that they last longer.