Dental Fillings in Waskom, Texas
Dental Fillings in Waskom, Texas
Protective, Natural Looking Tooth Fillings
A dental filling repairs a tooth that has been damaged by decay, restoring its strength, shape, and function. Fillings can be made from several materials, including porcelain, gold, composite resin, or silver amalgam. At Gateway Dental and Implant Center in Waskom, Texas, Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS offers natural looking, tooth colored fillings, including porcelain inlays and resin onlays, that are both beautiful and strong. We proudly provide high quality dental fillings to patients in Waskom, Marshall, Longview, and throughout the surrounding East Texas communities.
To schedule your dental filling in Waskom, Texas, call our friendly team today at (903) 686-2082.
Why Choose Tooth-Colored Restorations?
Because a filling protects your tooth from further decay, choosing a material that forms a tight, lasting bond matters. Resin onlays bond tightly and also release fluoride to help prevent new decay, and they work well even when much of the tooth structure has been lost. When decay is less extensive, a porcelain inlay may be the better choice. Porcelain inlays can last more than fifteen years and resist staining, giving you a durable, natural looking result.
At Gateway Dental and Implant Center, we combine high quality treatment with clear, honest education about your oral health. That is why Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS and our team take the time to answer your questions and walk you through every option before your filling begins.
Call our friendly team today at (903) 686-2082 or fill out our quick online form to schedule your dental filling in Waskom, Texas.
Replacing Silver Fillings with a Tooth-Colored Restoration
The dental field has advanced significantly over the last decade, and many offices, including ours, no longer place silver amalgam fillings. Amalgam fillings are darker and more noticeable, tend to wear and weaken faster than newer materials, and contain roughly half mercury by weight, which can corrode or discolor the surrounding tooth over time.
If you have one or more silver fillings, our team can replace them with a natural looking porcelain inlay or resin onlay. This process usually takes two appointments.
At the first appointment, we remove the old filling, clean away any additional decay, and take an impression of your tooth. That impression is used to create your custom inlay or onlay, and we place a temporary restoration to protect the tooth in the meantime. At your second appointment, we remove the temporary, bond your new restoration in place, and polish it to a smooth, natural looking finish. Our team at Gateway Dental and Implant Center is proud to help our East Texas community protect their teeth with durable, high quality restorations, and we go the extra mile to leave you smiling.
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DENTAL FILLINGS IN WASKOM, TEXAS
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Fillings in Waskom, Texas
What to Know About Dental Fillings in Waskom, Texas
How do I know if I need a dental filling?
You may need a dental filling if you have a cavity, tooth sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweets, a visible hole or dark spot on a tooth, or pain when biting. Early decay often has no symptoms at all, which is why regular checkups matter. At our Waskom, Texas office, Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS uses an exam and X-rays to catch decay early and let you know if a filling is the right treatment.
Does getting a dental filling hurt?
Getting a dental filling should not hurt. Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS numbs the area with a local anesthetic first, so you feel pressure but not pain while the decay is removed and the filling is placed. Most fillings are completed in a single, comfortable visit, and mild sensitivity for a day or two afterward is normal and usually fades quickly.
What are tooth-colored fillings made of?
Tooth colored fillings are usually made of composite resin or porcelain, both matched to the natural shade of your teeth so the repair blends in. Composite resin bonds directly to the tooth and can release fluoride to help protect against new decay, while porcelain inlays and onlays are very durable and stain resistant. Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS will recommend the best material for your tooth.
How long do dental fillings last?
With good care, tooth colored fillings typically last many years, and porcelain inlays can last more than fifteen years. Their lifespan depends on the size and location of the filling, your bite, and your oral hygiene. Brushing twice a day, flossing, and keeping regular checkups at our Waskom, Texas office help your fillings last as long as possible.
Should I replace my old silver amalgam fillings?
You do not always need to replace a silver amalgam filling that is still intact, but many patients choose to for a more natural look or when the old filling is worn, cracked, or leaking. At Gateway Dental and Implant Center, we no longer place silver fillings and can replace them with a natural looking porcelain inlay or resin onlay over two visits. Dr. Kevin Nguyen, DDS will help you decide what is right for your smile.
Are dental fillings covered by insurance or Medicaid?
Dental fillings are considered a basic restorative treatment and are commonly covered, at least in part, by dental insurance. Gateway Dental and Implant Center accepts most PPO insurance plans, Texas Medicaid, and CHIP, which helps keep fillings affordable for families throughout Waskom and East Texas. Our team is glad to review your benefits before treatment. Call (903) 686-2082 with any questions.
Do you provide dental fillings for patients near Marshall, Longview, and the Louisiana border?
Yes. While our office is in Waskom, Texas, we provide dental fillings and restorative care for patients from across Harrison County and East Texas, including Marshall, Longview, Hallsville, and Scottsville, along with the Louisiana border communities of Greenwood and Shreveport. Our location just off Interstate 20 makes the drive simple. Call Gateway Dental and Implant Center at (903) 686-2082 to schedule your dental filling in Waskom, Texas.