Tooth Colored Fillings Procedure in Roots Dental Salem
Modern dentistry has made many advances in recent decades, including the introduction of tooth-colored fillings to repair teeth damaged by decay. In addition to being more attractive, tooth-colored fillings are more conservative than their amalgam counterparts and require the removal of less healthy tooth structure.
At Roots Dental Salem, we exclusively use tooth-colored fillings, eliminating the need for unsightly metal restorations. Improvements in the composite materials, made of plastic and glass particles, means greater durability and esthetics.
Dr. Seth Huish will match the color of your natural teeth to the filling material so that no one notices your dentistry, only your smile.
We always ensure that you will be completely comfortable throughout your procedure. We numb the area with a topical anesthetic before applying a local anesthetic to numb the tooth.
He will then remove the decay from the tooth, apply composite, and harden it with a curing light. You can chew on your filling right away, but it’s a good idea to avoid anything too hot until the numbness wears off.
Tooth Colored Fillings in Salem, OR
Dental decay is one of the most common preventable oral conditions in both adults and children. The introduction of fluoridation into municipal water sources has helped combat the prevalence of sugar and processed carbohydrates in the modern diet, but good home care and professional dental cleanings are also necessary to prevent cavities.
Recommendations to Prevent Teeth Decay
Unwavering dedication to caring for your teeth at home combined with professional dental cleanings and exams will help you avoid cavities.
- Brush teeth twice daily
- Floss daily
- Use fluoride toothpaste
- Eat a healthy diet
Many beverages are as harmful to teeth and enamel as candy and sweets. Soda, energy drinks, and commercial fruit juices are high in sugar and acid, which erodes enamel.
Even if you brush and floss your teeth diligently, your toothbrush and floss cannot reach every surface. A dental cleaning with our skilled dental hygienists will ensure comfortable and thorough removal of tartar that has collected between the teeth and just beneath the gumline. Dental cleanings help prevent you from developing gum disease.
Dr. Abigail Rapchick
General Dentist
Dr. Abigail Rapchick
General Dentist
Dr. Abigail Rapchick grew up on a farm in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Her childhood was spent outdoors, participating in 4-H and Pony Club, and working in her mothers extensive flower and vegetable gardens. She attended the University at Buffalo where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Science, before continuing on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery at UB as well. After graduating she moved to Albuquerque, NM to complete a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, where she received additional training in all aspects of dentistry.
In her spare time, Abigail enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and rock climbing. She has had a blast exploring the PNW so far and is always looking for new trail recommendations! Her creative nature is expressed through trying new recipes in the kitchen, and her never-ending mixed media art projects.
Finish the sentence with Dr. Rapchick;
One new skill I would like to learn is… How to fly an airplane.
If I wasn’t a dentist I would be… A jeweler, or jewelry designer.
One place I would like to travel to someday is… New Zealand
Dr. Seth Huish
Dentist
Dr. Seth Huish
Dr. Seth Huish knew from a young age that he wanted to be a dentist after having an exceptional dental experience himself as a child. He’s used his passion for helping other people to build a patient-centered dental practice in Salem, OR that focuses on building relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Dr. Huish received his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University-Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Then he completed his additional dental training at the Oregon Health & Science University and continued his dental education with post-graduate studies in implantology.
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