Yes! Whether you are getting a metal amalgam or a tooth-colored filling, we can typically complete the procedure during one visit to our dental office.
What Is the Process for Completing Dental Fillings in Tazewell, VA
A dental filling procedure begins with Dr. May delivering dental anesthetic to ensure you don't feel anything during your treatment.
Metal Amalgam
Next, he'll prepare your tooth. If you're getting an amalgam filling, he'll remove the tooth decay and create a structure within your tooth that the filling will occupy. The amalgam metal alloy is mixed and then packed into the tooth. Before it hardens, excess amalgam is carved away to mimic the tooth's shape and ensure proper bite function. Finally, he polishes the filling to create a smooth and shiny surface.
Composite Resin
Composite fillings are bonded directly to the tooth, which preserves the most tooth structure.
Dr. May will numb your tooth and remove the decayed areas. Next, he'll use an etching formula to prepare the tooth for the composite resin. After customizing the material to match your tooth, he'll apply the composite resin and cure it with a special light until it's hardened. Then he'll shape it to your tooth and smooth it to ensure proper bite function.
Contact RA May, DDS, at (276) 988-5554 with any questions about dental fillings.