{"id":34,"date":"2023-06-15T21:04:29","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T21:04:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sehnertprecisiondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=34"},"modified":"2023-07-20T21:09:47","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T21:09:47","slug":"do-you-need-a-dental-filling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sehnertprecisiondentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/15\/do-you-need-a-dental-filling\/","title":{"rendered":"How Will You Know When You Need a Dental Filling?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tooth decay is a threat to your oral health that you should always take very seriously. As such, it\u2019s best to have a filling placed to repair any existing cavities as soon as possible. But how will you know whether you need a filling? Your dentist<\/a> is here to help explain what a filling is and how to recognize the signs that you might need one.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Exactly is a Filling?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a tooth has suffered from decay, the damaged part can be removed and replaced with a simple restoration known as a filling. Traditionally, fillings have been made out of silver-colored amalgam or other metals. But in recent years, more and more dentists have made the switch to composite resin fillings, which are much less likely to stand out since they can be shaded to match the color of your enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Signs That You Need a Filling?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Only your dentist can say for sure whether you need a filling, but it may be worth scheduling an appointment if you notice any of the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n