{"id":922,"date":"2017-09-14T11:52:49","date_gmt":"2017-09-14T18:52:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.landmark-dental-group.com\/blog\/?p=922"},"modified":"2017-09-07T14:13:55","modified_gmt":"2017-09-07T21:13:55","slug":"getting-a-filling-is-made-easy-with-your-santa-cruz-dentist-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.landmark-dental-group.com\/blog\/getting-a-filling-is-made-easy-with-your-santa-cruz-dentist-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting a Filling Is Made Easy With Your Santa Cruz Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Getting fillings done is one of the most important ways to protect your teeth.<\/p>\n

Many people have childhood memories of working hard to build up good dental habits. It was nice to visit the dentist and find out you had no cavities. Maybe you would even get a lollipop (sugar-free, of course) or other treat. As you age, though, things get can get a little more complicated.<\/p>\n

Cavities can become much more likely with age, since the outer enamel of teeth tends to become more thin. Natural recession of gum tissue also makes teeth more prone to decay.<\/p>\n

Luckily, there are fillings: A trusted and effective way to protect teeth.<\/p>\n

Why Fillings Are Essential for Long-Term Dental Health<\/span><\/h2>\n

Any good Santa Cruz dentist<\/a> will tell you that strong fillings are important for adults and kids.<\/p>\n

Many cavities start out so small they are almost impossible to detect. As they grow, damage spreads across the tooth and it\u2019s easier for bacteria to infiltrate the interior. Cavities can take months to produce noticeable symptoms, but the problem is always progressing.<\/p>\n

Fillings can halt the decay process. The sooner this is done, the better for your teeth!<\/p>\n

Performed by an expert Santa Cruz dentist<\/a>, you can expect your fillings to last for fifteen years or even longer. Although decay can happen around a filling, it is less likely than with an untreated tooth.<\/p>\n

Tooth Colored Fillings Make it Easier to Maintain a Beautiful Smile<\/span><\/h2>\n

Tooth colored fillings<\/a>, known as composite or resin fillings, resist damage, are easy to maintain, and blend in with the natural color of your surrounding teeth. It is often impossible to tell that you have a filling, especially after a few months.<\/p>\n

There are some other advantages to know about:<\/p>\n