Genetics and complications from tooth loss can sometimes alter the alignment of multiple teeth in your bite pattern. Sometimes, this can cause the biting edge of one tooth to wear on the surface of another. This could result in a loss of tooth enamel.
As this progresses, the damaged area could start to accumulate bacterial deposits. In time this could foster tooth decay. Even if a cavity doesn’t develop, the compromised tooth could start to cause sensitivity problems, or potentially increase the chances of severe dental fractures.
With early detection, our dentist, Dr. might be able to repair the tooth with a simple dental filling. The dentist will carefully remove a small amount of additional of tooth enamel. This will prepare a surface capable of bonding the dental filling. The specific material that he recommend for the dental filling will be based on the affected surface and its visibility when you smile. Composite dental fillings closely mimic natural tooth enamel. This makes them a good choice to repair the surface of a tooth that is visible when you smile. Metallic amalgam dental fillings are generally dark, but they are also durable. This makes them preferable for treating cavities on your back teeth.
If you live in the New York, New York, area and you are concerned about one of your teeth, you should call 212-239-7027 to have it examined and treated at Perfect Dental Care.