How Your Dentist Uses Dental Fillings to Stop Tooth Decay

When your dentist says you have a cavity, you may be disappointed to hear you need fillings to stay protected. This isn’t meant to punish you or make you feel guilty for having a cavity. In fact, your dentist sees it as necessary treatment to stop future tooth decay from spreading deeper.

Your dentist also wants to inform you of the signs and symptoms so you can help him catch cavities early. After all, the earlier the detection the better the prevention will be.

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