Dental Fillings and Restorations in Houston, TX

A cavity, chipped tooth, or worn filling can affect how comfortably you eat and how confidently you smile. At Houston Precise Dental Care, we provide dental fillings and restorations to repair damaged teeth while preserving healthy tooth structure whenever possible. Our team helps you understand your options and choose care that fits your needs.
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When a Tooth May Need Repair

Tooth damage is not always painful. Regular dental exams help us identify decay and check existing restorations before problems become more extensive. Schedule an evaluation if you notice:

• Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods
• Discomfort when biting or chewing
• A visible hole, chip, or broken area
• A loose, cracked, or missing filling
• Food repeatedly getting caught around a tooth or restoration

Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings

We offer tooth-colored fillings made from composite resin, which can be matched to the shade of your natural teeth. These fillings are often appropriate for small to moderate cavities and can be used on front or back teeth.

After removing the decayed tissue, we place and shape the filling to restore the tooth’s contour. Composite bonds to the tooth, allowing us to preserve healthy structure where possible. We consider the cavity’s size and location, along with your bite, when recommending a filling material.

Choosing the Right Restoration

Some teeth need more support than a filling can provide. At our Houston office, we also offer inlays, onlays, and dental crowns. An inlay fits within the chewing surface, while an onlay covers one or more raised points of the tooth. A crown covers the visible portion of a more extensively weakened or damaged tooth.

We recommend a restoration based on the remaining tooth structure and the extent of damage. If decay reaches the tooth’s pulp, additional treatment may be necessary before the tooth is restored.

What to Expect at Your Visit

We begin with an examination and take dental X-rays when needed to assess the problem. Before treatment, we explain our findings, discuss appropriate options, and answer your questions.

For a filling, we numb the area as needed, remove decay, and place the restorative material. We then check your bite and polish the filling. Inlays, onlays, and crowns may require separate visits for preparation and placement.

Caring for Your Restored Tooth

Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth each day, and maintain regular dental visits. Restored teeth can still develop decay, and fillings and crowns may eventually need repair or replacement. Let us know if you notice a change in your bite, persistent sensitivity, or damage to a restoration.

If you have a cavity, damaged tooth, or an older filling that needs attention, schedule an evaluation with Houston Precise Dental Care. Visit us at 10019 S Main St, Suite A6, Houston, TX 77025, or call (713) 433-6431 to book your appointment.

Houston Precise Dental Care
10019 S Main St A6
Houston, TX 77025
Phone: (713) 433-6431