• Fill the cavity. The most common method of addressing cavities is by placing a dental filling. Fillings used to be made with materials such as silver amalgam, which is formulated with mercury and toxic to the human body. Instead, we use composite resin bonding to fill the tooth with a biocompatible material that is tooth-colored and aesthetic.
• Place a crown on top of the tooth. In situations where a very large filling is needed, the tooth’s structure may be compromised. This can leave it susceptible to further damage if not protected. In a case like this, Dr. Nicolas Dovey of Del Sur Ranch Dental will not only fill the tooth, but place a dental crown over the tooth as well.
• Extraction. If the cavity has left the tooth beyond repair, it may require permanent extraction. After the tooth has been removed, Dr. Nicolas Dovey will speak to patients about tooth replacement options. These include partial dentures, complete dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants.