Cavities & Fillings

Composite fillings in Riverside are used to fill holes created by dental cavities. We do not use amalgams, or metal fillings, as they are not healthy and can damage teeth. Since metal fillings are sensitive to hot and cold, they expand and contract, causing teeth to fracture and allowing them to be invaded by bacteria causing infections. They also contain mercury and the look of metal in your teeth detracts from your smile. So how does tooth decay happen? The mouth is full of different bacteria, and our teeth and gums are where bacteria live and grow. The bad types of bacteria in the mouth cause dental cavities and infections, as they eat away at tooth enamel, eventually leading to tooth pain or broken teeth. When bad bacteria are allowed to collect in the mouth over time, they interact with sugar to create destructive acids. Acids break down your teeth, creating dead tissue or cavities that will require you to get dental fillings. If you or a family member is experiencing tooth pain in Riverside, please give us a call at (951) 689-0701 so we can help! Appointment scheduling at Dental Specialists of Riverside is available 24/7 by phone or by clicking the ‘appointments’ button below.

A dental cavity in Riverside requiring a dental filling is a first time experience for some. When this is the situation, a dental filling can be scary if you don’t know what to expect. However, there isn’t anything to be afraid of because a filling is painless when performed by our dentists in Riverside. With that in mind, our caring staff at Dental Specialists of Riverside will help you relax and feel comfortable, even if it requires sedation. We want you to get the dental care you need in the most reassuring way possible. When it comes to time, the actual filling process only takes about 15 minutes. The gums around the bad tooth will be numbed and the decayed enamel removed. Then the void that has been created will be filled with tooth-colored composite materials or resin. Composite resins can restore teeth to an attractive and healthy state. Since they do not contain metal, we can blend and mix shades to find the perfect match to your own teeth. Once your filling is completed, it is expected to last for many years with proper dental care. Cavity prevention by brushing, flossing, and getting your regular office visits at Dental Specialists of Riverside twice a year will extend the life of your dental fillings. If you have any questions about tooth pain or dental fillings, please feel free to call our Riverside dental office at (951) 689-0701. We welcome the opportunity to be of service to you!