Tooth decay & cavities
Tooth decay is the breaking down of the tooth structure when foods containing sugar and starch remain in the mouth. The severity of the tooth decay and the resulting cavities decide the type of treatment to be given.
At Eve Medical Center, you can get the right tooth decay treatment for your condition:
• Fluoride treatments: in the early stages of a cavity, a professional fluoride treatment may help restore your tooth's enamel.
• Fillings and crowns: after cleaning the decay, fillings made of composite resins, porcelain or dental amalgam are used to fill up the cavities. If the decay is excessive, then a crown made of gold or porcelain may be used to cover your tooth.
• Root canals: this treatment is able to save a badly-damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it. Here, the diseased tooth pulp is removed and replaced with a filling.
• Tooth extractions: severe decay in the tooth leaves the dentist no choice but to remove it. A bridge or a dental implant is used to replace the missing tooth.