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Enjoy Healthy Teeth With Metal-Free Tooth Fillings in Claremore

Nearly everyone gets a cavity at some point, so tooth fillings in Claremore are the most frequent restorative dentistry procedure we perform. Since they’re found in so many smiles, we think it’s important they look natural. So we use tooth-colored composite for our fillings, not metal (amalgam).

Blending in easily with your smile is a huge benefit, but it’s not the only one. Non-metal fillings are:

  • Easier on Your Teeth – They require less drilling, so you’ll keep more of your natural tooth structure. In addition, they strengthen your tooth and help prevent damage.
  • Possible to Repair – Fixing a composite filling is a simple process that will give you back your healthy smile without an. extensive procedure.
  • Better for Your Long-Term Health – There is still an ongoing debate about the possible health risks posed by small amounts of mercury in metal fillings. However, we think it’s wise to play it safe and avoid using mercury in dental restorations whenever possible.

If you think you need a dental filling, call LakeCrest Dental at 918-921-9583. You’ll save 20 percent when you sign up for our LakeCrest Dental Wellness Plan. If you are nervous about treatment, we offer two types of sedation to relax you.

Choose the Right Dental Restoration for Better Oral Health

Depending on the severity of your cavity, where it’s located, and other factors, we may recommend one of these dental restorations instead of a composite filling:

  • Dental Crown – A crown covers your entire tooth. It’s better than a filling for very large cavities or if the overall structure of your tooth is weak.
  • Inlay – We can use this restoration for cavities that are too large for a filling but not large enough for a crown.
  • Onlay – Like an inlay, an onlay is a restoration that covers the top surface of your tooth and extends onto the sides. It’s slightly larger than an inlay.

No matter which restorative care option is best for your smile, you will love receiving treatment from our compassionate team. To repair your smile with our Claremore tooth fillings, call 918-921-9583. You can also schedule an appointment online.

Read Why Our Patients Love Us

“I enjoy coming to LakeCrest Dentistry because I feel like it’s family. I mean, they treat me like I’m their only patient. Dr. Rogers is always very professional and always takes time to see me, explain all the procedures, and I just feel very comfortable and very confident in the services that I’m receiving. I tell you, he’s given me a million-dollar smile for just a few dollars. I’ve had …” Read More – Kair R.
“I cannot say enough about Dr. John Rogers’ chair manner. I mean, I am a super nervous person. I have to come to the dentist frequently. So when I do say that I do love coming here, it really does mean a lot. I mean, he did a root canal on me and I fell asleep. So I think that, as a dentist or any doctor, right, that’s providing you …” Read More – Angela D.
“Here at LakeCrest Dental, you can expect a calming atmosphere, particularly if you have any apprehension about dental care. You can expect that you will see Dr. Rogers and he will be so friendly and he will be so happy to see you. You’re really not very confident with yourself whenever you’re wearing a partial. The color doesn’t really match the rest of your teeth, and he was very informative …” Read More – Diane A.
“I got dental treatment fairly recently. I qualified for it through the VA fairly recently. The Tulsa clinic is extremely busy. I was having trouble with a bridge, a four-tooth bridge, it just didn’t feel comfortable. I felt like it was moving, and I couldn’t really explain that to the doctors how it was feeling because it was so unusual to me, I guess. I went in to see them …” Read More – Tom A.
“If I overheard somebody talking about they’re never going back to that dentist again, or “I don’t like my dentist,” I wouldn’t have any qualms whatsoever to turn around and strike up a conversation and say, “I just overheard you say … I can help you with that. Well, I can tell you who can help you with that, and you’ll like them from the moment you walk in.” People …” Read More – Susan R.
“I was expecting for my first root canal to like, be horrified. There were several times that Dr. Pahle said, “Can you feel that?” And I would say, “Yeah. I mean, I guess I can feel it, but it’s nothing major,” and he basically said, “I don’t want you to feel it at all.” So, it was his priority to ensure that I was as completely comfortable and relaxed as …” Read More – Martin M.
“I like coming to see Dr. Pahle mainly because the VA first referred me up here, and once I got here, they referred me up here for a broken bridge. Once I got my new bridge and treatment, I got to talking to the doctor and the technicians and everybody else in here. I just basically fell in love with these folks. The care is great. The people have been …” Read More – Tom A.
“Oh, Dr. Pahle, he is so kind. He is patient. He is courteous. He is very competent at what he does. He’s a gentle soul. I really like Dr. Pahle. Well, Dr. Pahle is just really good with kids. He really is. Like I said, Paula has assisted both of the times that we had to do extractions with Marcus, and they used the (inaudible), which is always good, happy …” Read More – Karla H.
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Common Questions About Tooth Fillings

What are tooth fillings made out of?

Our fillings are made from a blend of glass and plastic called composite resin. Unlike metal fillings, we can match composite to the color of your other teeth so it looks entirely natural in your smile. Because we’ll get rid of less of your tooth structure to place one, composite dental fillings also enable you to keep more of your natural tooth.

Can tooth fillings cause health problems?

In unusual instances, a metal filling can cause an allergic reaction, usually in a patient with a known sensitivity to metal. Fillings made from amalgam (metal) also have mercury. While both the FDA and the American Dental Association claim mercury in fillings is virtually risk-free, some studies have raised health concerns. With composite dental fillings, there are no fears about mercury!

How often should tooth fillings be replaced?

While composite fillings provide various benefits over metal dental fillings, composite material often does not last as long. Tooth-colored fillings usually last five years or longer. Many things can influence the life span of fillings, including where they are in your mouth. We’ll inspect the condition of your dental fillings at every dental examination.

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