Why does large cavity sometimes need a crown?
We can usually restore small cavities with fillings. However, when a large portion of your tooth has been damaged by decay, we’ll need to remove
Alternatives to crowns
After a lot of tooth structure has been lost, your alternatives are limited. You can delay treatment, have the tooth extracted, try another filling or
Dental Rubber Dam
When it’s wet and rainy outside it’s always a good idea to wear a raincoat. When your Houston dentist works on your teeth, he will
Classification of dental carious lesions
The treatment recommendation for a dental cavity is based primarily on the diagnostic classification of the stages of the disease progression. The main criteria are:
Silver Fillings or White Fillings
Silver amalgam and composite resin are the two most common materials used to restore teeth damaged by decay. There are situations where one material is
Plaque Disclosing Tablets
Disclosing tablets are made of a harmless vegetable dye that stains plaque bright red. You can purchase these tablets at any convenience stores like Kroger