Got a cavity?
A filling is the usual solution.
Fillings are used to replace missing tooth structure after a cavity is removed. Sometimes a cavity forms around an old filling and the original filling and surrounding decay are removed and replaced with a new filling. This is called recurrent decay. Fillings are tooth colored and blend very nicely with your existing tooth. Occasionally an amalgam (silver) filling may be recommended but you and your doctor can determine the best solution for your tooth together. It makes sense to treat cavities as soon as they are detected to prevent the need for a very large filling, a crown, or possibly needing a root canal. Also, many times small cavities can be treated without needing to get numb!
We know that sometimes getting a filling can make kids, and adults, a little nervous. At Gallagher & Kuhn Dental Group, our friendly team works hard to make the experience easy and comfortable for everyone. We’re happy to help families all over Carroll County, Maryland, including Sykesville, Finksburg, and Taneytown. Our office is in Westminster, and it’s less than a 45-minute drive from anywhere in Carroll County, making it easy for your family to get the dental care you need close to home.
