Sometimes teeth get cavities. Cavities are areas of the tooth that have become softened due to excessive bacterial activity. As the bacteria "eats" (typically sugary foods and drinks) it releases acids. These acids weaken the surface of the tooth allowing the bacteria to progressively move further into the tooth. Typically these bacteria can be kept at bay with adequately brushing and flossing but occasionally a few break through. The good news is that if caught early they are easily treated with dental fillings.

 

There are a number of different materials that can be used for filling material. We use composite restorations in our office. Composite is a strong predictable material that bonds to the tooth and is tooth colored to match your natural shade.