A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. When we give you a filling, we first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area, and then fill the cleaned-out cavity with a filling material.
By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, a filling also helps prevent further decay. Materials used for fillings include porcelain, a composite resin (tooth-colored fillings), and an amalgam (a metal alloy such as silver).
Before filling the cavity, we will first remove the decay and clean the affected area. The cleaned-out cavity will then be filled with one of the below mentioned materials.
No one type of filling is best for everyone. What’s right for you will be determined by the extent of the repair, whether you have allergies to certain materials, where in your mouth the filling is needed, and the cost. Considerations for different materials include:
If decay or a fracture has damaged a large portion of the tooth, a crown, or cap, may be recommended. Decay that has reached the nerve may be treated in two ways: through root canal therapy (in which nerve damaged nerve is removed) or through a procedure called pulp capping (which attempts to keep the nerve alive).
Don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss any aspect of your dental health – we don’t charge for giving advice!
Been going here for years. Love all the staff! Super friendly and helpful. Great work..great people! Thanks
A great team that works very well together who care immensely of their patients needs. The Dr is very knowledgeable and very good at what he does! I’m always satisfied when I leave after my dental appt.
I was in Bellevue , Wa. visiting my sister and had a filling fall out! I called Dentistry of Bellevue and they got me right in and fixed my tooth. The staff was really nice and the price was less than I would have paid here is Ca! Thanks dentistry of Bellevue for your kindness and great service.
Dentistry of Bellevue is by far the most comfortable dental office Ive ever been to hands down. I live in Puyallup and the drive is a bit out of the way but well worth it. The atmosphere is relaxing always clean and the staff is friendly and professional. Dr. K does excellent quality work and goes out of his way to treat you like family. Definitely would recommend Dentistry of Bellevue to anyone looking for a great dental office!
I have been going to Dentistry if Bellevue for a few years now and my teeth have completely transformed. I am so thankful for them and the service they provide. Audra is always very sweet and gets my appointments set up for next time. Thank you guys for making the dental experience as great as it can be 😉 I highly recommend them!
This office has a really friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I had a really great experience with Dr. Khurana and his staff. The office is really clean and tidy highly recommend to come here!
This doctor is pretty amazing, I also was pretty impressed with these multivitamins that they are unique to this Clinic, they are oral health vitamins. I've been taking them for about 4 months and the difference is noticeable. They also help me find a supplemental dental insurance with my Medicaid. They also provided digital x-rays, which many places are still not using yet. The location is very convenient for me and Bellevue, I will continue to come here and also bring my mother and my sister-in-law and my wife and kids
These are great especially Kim and Amber and Audra. Competent caring and effective Kim is the best hygienist I've had
I have been going here for 6 years, and always love the ladies at the front desk.... Audra takes the time have a friendly conversation and is super helpful with any questions. I do not think I have ever been seen late, and always out within an hour! Cleanings are done gently and the dentist is quick but thorough. Thanks for keeping my smile bright and happy.
Dr. Khurana is extremely nice and helpful! The office is very comfortable and the hygienists and dental assistants very friendly and competent. The front desk staff is excellent too! I have been coming here for 20 years and very happy with the care I receive.