{"id":617,"date":"2016-08-30T11:58:00","date_gmt":"2016-08-30T11:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.drbobbycarmen.com\/?p=617"},"modified":"2016-09-04T11:59:35","modified_gmt":"2016-09-04T11:59:35","slug":"tooth-colored-fillings-norman-ok-look-great","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drbobbycarmen.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/tooth-colored-fillings-norman-ok-look-great\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth Colored Fillings in Norman, OK Look Great"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"toothAdvances in technology make modern dentistry a lot different from what your parents and grandparents were used to. Take a peek at this list of some of the most <\/span>important changes<\/span><\/a> in the dental world over this century for a better idea. One of the biggest changes that almost every patient will notice? The move to tooth colored fillings instead of silver, or amalgam. White fillings are made of a composite resin that blends flawlessly with the rest of your smile. Dr. Carmen offers tooth colored fillings in Norman, OK.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Causes Cavities?<\/span><\/h3>\n

You need a filling to replace the enamel you\u2019ve lost as a result of a cavity, or the small hole left by tooth decay. Cavities are caused when sugar, plaque, and bacteria are allowed to build up on the surface of the teeth. This combination releases acids that eat through tooth enamel, causing a small hole — the cavity — to form. Cavities should be treated immediately to avoid serious infection, root canal, and tooth loss. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can prevent cavities by maintaining excellent dental hygiene habits. Make sure you are brushing your teeth for two minutes, twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist as recommended for healthy teeth and gums. <\/span><\/p>\n

What Are Tooth Colored Fillings? <\/span><\/h3>\n

Also known as a white or composite filling, the tooth colored filling is a way to restore your tooth from a cavity without marring the overall appearance of your smile. The method uses a composite resin made of smooth plastic and glass materials. Traditionally, cavities were filled with silver, or amalgam, which requires more removal of the natural tooth structure and is highly noticeable against natural tooth enamel. <\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits offered by tooth colored fillings are numerous. Some of the most apparent include:<\/span><\/p>\n