{"id":292,"date":"2024-12-04T19:57:13","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T19:57:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/blog\/?p=292"},"modified":"2025-01-31T19:59:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T19:59:17","slug":"filling-in-blanks-how-know-dental-filling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/04\/filling-in-blanks-how-know-dental-filling\/","title":{"rendered":"Filling In the Blanks: How to Know Whether You\u2019ll Need a Dental Filling"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Close up of dentist examining a patient\u2019s teeth to see if she needs a filling\" class=\"wp-image-293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dental problems come in all shapes and sizes \u2013 fortunately, modern dentistry has adapted to provide equally unique solutions. It\u2019s good to know that there\u2019s a treatment plan out there for you and your specific needs, but sometimes it can be hard to tell what your dentist might recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering whether or not you\u2019ll be needing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/tooth-colored-fillings.html\">filling<\/a> or some other type of restoration for your pearly whites, keep reading. This post will \u201cfill\u201d in the blanks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do Dental Fillings Treat?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019ll be much easier to understand when your dentist might recommend a filling if you know what they\u2019re generally used for. Dental fillings are simply a resinous, moldable material. Since they\u2019re more on the liquidy side, they\u2019re perfect for \u201cfilling in\u201d holes or cracks in your teeth that would otherwise cause structural weakness. You\u2019ll see them most often applied to treat cavities, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs You Might Have a Cavity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll most likely need a filling if you have an existing cavity, which means you\u2019re basically looking for symptoms of dental decay. For instance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Do you have a tooth that\u2019s more sensitive than usual?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are there any visible dark spots along your smile?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you experience pain or discomfort while biting?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you run your tongue along your tooth, do you feel any rough edges?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does dental floss get stuck to or tear on your tooth?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should let your dentist know right away if you answered \u201cyes\u201d to any of these potential signs of tooth decay. Cavities can grow quickly, so it\u2019s important to treat them with a filling and increased oral hygiene efforts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">as soon as possible<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why At-Home Remedies Won\u2019t Work!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the internet, you might have heard of some home remedies for dental discomforts that can be caused by cavities, such as toothaches. Make no mistake, clove oil and garlic paste can only do so much! They can help relieve aches and pains, but aren\u2019t a long term solution to the problem. For that, you\u2019ll have to visit your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, only a qualified dentist can tell you for sure whether you need a filling or not. After getting a good look at your mouth, they\u2019ll be able to recommend you the best methods of treatment. Follow their guidance, and your oral health will be restored in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Girish Sandadi<\/a> earned his dental degree from the prestigious University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. One of his favorite aspects of dentistry is the artistry behind a beautifully crafted dental cosmetic or restoration. Rest assured, if you need a filling to treat a cavity, Dr. Sandadi will use quality materials to blend it seamlessly with your smile for pristine aesthetics. To schedule an appointment or request a same-day emergency visit, call his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsmilesdental.com\/contact-us.html\">office<\/a> at 214-528-9990.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental problems come in all shapes and sizes \u2013 fortunately, modern dentistry has adapted to provide equally unique solutions. 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