To treat a cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decay was. Fillings are also used to repair cracked, broken or injured teeth and teeth that have been worn down from nail-biting, tooth grinding or other misuse.
Teeth can be filled with white porcelain, silver amalgam or a white glass material called composite resin fillings. Your dentist’s recommendation helps determine the type of filling that will best address your needs. General considerations include the extent and location of the decay, the cost of the filling material, and your insurance coverage.
To maintain your fillings you should follow good oral hygiene practices and visit your dentist regularly for cleanings. Additionally, make sure to brush with a toothpaste containing fluoride, and floss at least once daily.
If your dentist suspects that a filling might be cracked, he or she will take x-rays to assess the situation. If your tooth is extremely sensitive, you feel a sharp edge, you notice a crack in the filling, or a piece of the filling is missing, call your dentist for an appointment.
At Village Smiles, we offer several options of affordably priced fillings. Our quality fillings help you prevent more serious dental health issues and painful dental emergencies down the road.
Dr Boyle filled 3 cavities so painlessly I didn’t feel any discomfort even after the numbing receded. You couldn’t ask for a dentist with such a gentle loving touch, but a firm and steady hand exp... Read More
I’ve been going here for a while now. Dr Balaney is so nice I love that he joined the practice. I had to have a cavity filled. I went before work and they had me in and out within 20 minutes. No wai... Read More
Thank you, Dr. Balaney and April, for providing excellent care this week. You replaced an old filling. The procedure was done with ease, no pain during or days later. I appreciate you and the staff... Read More
Great experience! From the moment I met all members of the staff here. They always recognize me and are so warm and welcoming! This isn't the only thing though, most people don't enjoy visiting the de... Read More
2017 Happy Veterans Day At least it was for me. I am a 72 year old Veteran. The 6,000 plus Dentists of the Illinois State Dental Society wanted to show Illinois Veterans they care. So I set up an ap... Read More
Dr Boyle filled 3 cavities so painlessly I didn’t feel any discomfort even after the numbing receded. You couldn’t ask for a dentist with such a gentle loving touch, but a firm and steady hand explaining the process every step of the way. 10/10 would recommend to a friend.
I’ve been going here for a while now. Dr Balaney is so nice I love that he joined the practice. I had to have a cavity filled. I went before work and they had me in and out within 20 minutes. No waiting or messing around they got straight to the point. They always try to work with your schedule to get you in. The front desk staff is always super nice too. I know the hygienist do most of the work and every single one I’ve had have been so nice.
Thank you, Dr. Balaney and April, for providing excellent care this week. You replaced an old filling. The procedure was done with ease, no pain during or days later. I appreciate you and the staff that work at Village Smiles. Always welcoming, friendly, and efficient. Keep up the good work!!
Great experience! From the moment I met all members of the staff here. They always recognize me and are so warm and welcoming! This isn't the only thing though, most people don't enjoy visiting the dentist. This holds true for myself. Veronica (hygienist) cleaned my teeth and explained all the procedures while she was doing them. Following this I did need some cavities filled. Dr. Balaney was very specific about the work he was going to do and where he would be working. He also reassured me that it would not hurt too bad since I really dislike the drill. The fact that this entire team put me, the patient, first means the world to me! From the front end Veronica, to being in the Dr's chair, I felt comfortable and actually didn't mind being at the dentist... which says a lot for me! Even brought my family here and will continue to in the future! Thank you Village Smiles!!
2017 Happy Veterans Day At least it was for me. I am a 72 year old Veteran. The 6,000 plus Dentists of the Illinois State Dental Society wanted to show Illinois Veterans they care. So I set up an appointment at Village Smiles in Elk Grove Village Illinois near my apartment. I was just expecting an exam and maybe a cleaning but was I surprised when Dr. Sean Abrams and his staff not only cleaned my teeth but fixed one tooth that was broken and filled another one that had a cavity. They worked on me for 2 ½ hours. It was all free of charge. I haven’t been to a dentist in 10 – 12 years because my only income is Social Security. I was afraid that I would get an infection in my teeth and it would go to my heart. So I am so thankful to Dr. Abrams and his staff for fixing my teeth. They were wonderful. Thank You William Kaufman 2018 Yea, they gave me new teeth. Now I can smile. Dr. Sean Abrams and his staff at Village Smiles are wonderful. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.