Replace Old Silver Fillings

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Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson…

Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?

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There are numerous misconceptions about oral conscious sedation. Let’s set the record straight about an important dental service. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some nervous dental patients are not only afraid of receiving treatment; they also fear the thought of not being in control. At Jefferson City Dental Care, we offer different levels…

Rather Have A Root Canal?

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Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At Jefferson City Dental Care, we perform root canal (endodontic) therapy routinely for our patients, and many report minimal discomfort. Root canal procedures have advanced significantly in recent years. For many root canal patients, the procedure is…

What’s the Difference Between Silver Fillings and White Fillings?

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In today’s article, we discuss fillings. What is a composite filling? Composite fillings are fabricated with a mixture of glass or quartz and resin which results in a natural tooth-colored material. They are quite strong when bonded to the tooth with adhesive. What is an amalgam filling? Amalgam fillings are also called “silver fillings” though…

Dental Care Patients Have A Choice In Dental Fillings in Jefferson City

Jefferson City Dental Patients Want A Choice Dental Fillings in Jefferson City

With all the talk in Jefferson City of multi-procedure smile makeovers involving veneers, porcelain crowns, bridges, teeth whitening, dental implants, and invisible braces, sometimes traditional dental fillings in Jefferson City are overlooked. If a cavity progresses no further than a dental filling, cosmetic dental patients can avoid more extensive and invasive treatments. Most dental patients…