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According to the CDC, 90% of adults over the age of 20 have had at least one cavity. Thanks to restorative dentistry<\/a>, your dentist can treat your tooth decay with a filling. By cleaning out the infected area and filling it with a dental material, your pearly white is protected from future reinfection and further damage. But how do you know if you are in need of a restoration? Here are five signs you may need a dental filling and a great option if you do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Signs You Need a Dental Filling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are in the early stages of tooth decay, it is easy for it to go undetected for a while due to not showing any symptoms. However, if you are aware of some common signs of having a cavity, you can treat your smile as soon as possible. Be aware of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Tooth Sensitivity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do your teeth feel sensitive when coming in contact with hot or cold foods or drinks? Or perhaps sweet, sticky, and sour foods? If so, this could indicate your enamel is worn down and a cavity is developing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. Persistent Toothache<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While tooth pain can sometimes be normalized by people, it generally is a sign of an oral health issue. If you are experiencing constant, throbbing, or aching pain, you may have tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Dark Spots or Holes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Two major indicators of cavities are dark spots and small holes. Be sure to contact your dentist right away as you may need a filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Food Gets Stuck Between Your Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do you look in the mirror after you eat and often notice food that is stuck between your teeth? You may have a small dental gap or opening that requires a filling to close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Damage to An Older Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Existing fillings can get cracked, chipped, or lost, which would require a replacement as soon as possible.  You want to ensure your cavity does not worsen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Option for a Restored Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While traditional metal fillings did the job of treating cavities for many years, there are more smile-friendly choices now. Now tooth-colored fillings are more common and can make a cavity disappear in just one easy visit to your dental office. They are made of a composite resin material that can be specially shaded to blend with the enamel of your surrounding teeth, making the restoration invisible to others. Additionally, they will not cause any tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures since they are completely free of any type of metal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By being aware of the signs of needing a filling, you can seek help from your dentist as soon as possible. You will return to a whole and healthy smile before you know it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Alberto Lamberti has a decade of experience helping people build and maintain happy, healthy smiles. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, where he remained to complete a Fellowship in Implant Dentistry. Now, he offers a comprehensive array of services to meet all your dental needs. He combines a caring approach with state-of-the-art technology to provide lifelike restorations to rebuild your smile. You can request an appointment on the website<\/a> or call (561) 338-7535.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

According to the CDC, 90% of adults over the age of 20 have had at least one cavity. Thanks to restorative dentistry, your dentist can treat your tooth decay with a filling. By cleaning out the infected area and filling it with a dental material, your pearly white is protected from future reinfection and further […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-271","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nSigns You May Need A Dental Filling | Alberto Lamberti DMD<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It\u2019s important to pay attention to what your mouth is telling you. 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