Metal fillings can be put into the past! Composite resin filling material has a natural white look that will blend seamlessly with your teeth and restore them back to health. In today’s blog, your Rochester, MN, dentist talks about placing natural-looking fillings. […]
Category: bonded fillings
Not All Teeth Stains Are Treated Equally
Achieving a healthy, confident smile is something we all desire, but many people face the challenge of discolored teeth. This unsightly distraction can be caused by various factors, such as our dietary choices, habits, and oral hygiene practices. In this blog post, your Rochester, MN, dentist explores the different types of stains that occur in the mouth, […]
Dental Fillings Treat Cavities For All Ages
When a cavity forms in a tooth, treatment is necessary. Kids and adults alike are vulnerable to tooth decay, and the onset of infection without treatment. Fortunately, we can offer treatment in one visit with a natural-looking dental filling. In today’s blog, your Rochester, MN, dentist talks about how we treat cavities with our composite […]
What Does A Toothache Mean?
You should see us every six months for a checkup and clawing, but what if you encounter discomfort in between these visits? A toothache may seem minor, but this could often lead to the presence of a cavity. In today’s blog, your Rochester, MN, dentist talks about when to seek treatment, and what a toothache […]
Will People Be Able To Notice My Bonded Filling?
There is just no way around it – a cavity is a serious problem for your tooth. Every bit of damage done by decay will be permanent, meaning a lasting dental restoration needs to be placed. Fortunately, for cavities addressed with a dental filling, your Rochester, MN dentist’s office can provide attractive, long-term support with […]
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What Should I Expect From A Filling?
What kind of support can you count on from a dental filling? Many patients can feel particular concerns when they learn they need to have a filling placed on a tooth. One issue is the fear that this restoration will be unsightly, and create a distraction that hurts their smile. Other patients can fear what […]
The Benefits of Bonded Fillings
No matter the size of your cavity, you’ll probably need a filling. Throughout the years of dental fillings, patients have had several materials to choose from; amalgam (silver), gold, etc. Now, dentists are using a newer material, known as composite-resin, to fill teeth that are suffering from tooth decay and cavities. Not only is this material […]
Bonded Fillings Vs. Metal Fillings
Dental fillings are used to restore teeth that have been damaged from tooth decay and cavities. In the past, amalgam (silver) was the leading material choice for fillings. However, not only is amalgam much darker than your teeth, but it also tends to expand and contract in reaction to extreme temperatures – which can cause […]
Benefits of Bonded Fillings: FAQs
Have you been diagnosed with a cavity and are already worried about the way your tooth will looking after you receive treatment? Fortunately, you are receiving dental care during a time when you can expect the most from restorative care. So much, in fact, that your smile will often receive the functional repairs it needs […]
Dr. Calcagno and Dr. Heimer Enjoy Running
In addition to helping our patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles, Dr. Calcagno and Dr. Heimer also like to be active members of their communities. Outside of the office, both of our doctors enjoy a good run, participating in races in Rochester MN and even Chicago. […]