Fillings

Cavities occur because of tooth decay, generally brought on by the buildup of plaque on your teeth.  Southern Dental in Houston will treat a cavity by removing the decayed portion of the tooth and then "filling" the area in the tooth where the decayed material once lived.  Southern Dental also uses fillings to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse (such as from nail-biting or tooth grinding).

Southern Dental offers fillings using many types of material, including silver amalgam, porcelain, or a composite resin.  Each type has advantages and disadvantages, and your dentist will discuss the options with you.

If you have been unhappy with the older, dark materials used for fillings in your back teeth, Southern Dental can also replace them with state-of-the-art materials that will make your teeth healthier, stronger, and more attractive. Stopping tooth decay early is a key step toward good oral health.  So, contact Southern Dental about a checkup for you and your family.

We have nine convenient locations in the Houston area:  Heights, Spring Branch, Pasadena, Palm Center, Sugar Land, Willowbrook, Deerbrook, Katy and Baybrook.  Schedule an appointment today either online or by calling us at (713) 777-2777.