Fillings
Why do I have a cavity when I brush and floss twice a day?
July 14, 2011 | 
Author Since I brush and floss twice a day does that ensure that I will not have cavities?
A cavity can develop a few different ways. The amount of bacteria in your mouth can cause an acidic PH if your diet is high in sugar and carbohydrates. It is extremely important to drink plenty of water to neutralize the acid.
Decay can also occur when the tooth has become damaged by clinching or grinding. Once a crack or chip has occurred, bacteria can penetrate the tooth and can create a cavity. The root causes of cavities include poor oral hygiene, clinching or grinding and high sugar intake.
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Why do we do inlays and onlays?
Typically in dental offices when there is moderate to severe decay, most Dentists will recommend a full crown instead of an inlay or onlay.
Dr. Abeyta believes the more healthier and conservative approach is to remove only the decayed or damaged tooth structure, and to preserve as much natural tooth structure as possible. Sometimes a full crown may be required but Dr. Abeyta strives to keep what nature gave you to the best of her ability by providing an inlay or onlay. Inlays and onlays last as long as a full crown and will allow you to keep more of your natural tooth.
Why do I need a filling if my tooth doesn’t hurt?
Fillings (white or silver restorations) are recommended when a cavity has been detected. Pain is not necessarily an indicator of needing treatment. In fact, if pain develops from a tooth, this indicates the bacteria that caused the cavity have now infected the inside of the tooth. Root canal therapy may be necessary or in some cases, the tooth is hopeless (unrestorable) indicating removal of the tooth. Preventative treatment is always the best treatment. Treatment of an area before it progresses also ensures the longevity of that tooth and prevents major pain and infection.
Why do I need a dental filling if my tooth doesn’t hurt?
Dental fillings (white or silver restorations) are indicated when a cavity has been detected.
Pain is not necessarily an indicator of needing a filling. In fact, if pain develops from a tooth, this indicates that the bacteria that caused the cavity have now infected the inside of the tooth. Root canal therapy may be indicated or in some cases, the tooth is hopeless (unrestorable) indicating removal of the tooth. Preventative treatment is always the best treatment. Treatment of an area before it progresses also ensures the longevity of that tooth and prevents major pain and infection.