Dental Fillings in Cloverdale
Our tooth coloured fillings, called composites, are made of a resin, reinforced with glass quartz particles in a specific shape and size that mimics a tooth’s physical properties. They look extremely natural. Many of our patients have elected to replace their old failing silver restorations with these new tooth coloured, metal-free fillings.
The composite fillings are strong enough to provide years of function and are customised to blend with your natural teeth. You will feel comfortable while eating and look confident with a cleaner, whiter smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is highly likely that you will have to deal with a tooth cavity at some point in your life. While cavities are a particularly prevalent in children and adolescents, they can also affect adults. Regular visits to the dentist can stop cavities before they start.
What Causes Tooth Cavities
Tooth cavities, also called dental caries by dentists, are tooth decay. Tooth decay is often accelerated by plaque build up. When plaque comes in contact with sugars and starches from foods, it produces acid, which can damage tooth enamel over time and lead to tooth decay.
Tooth Cavity Symptoms
We can identify dental cavities before most patients experience symptoms, so it is important to maintain regular dental check-ups. At appropriate intervals, digital dental x-rays can identify problems at a very early stage, which will minimise treatment needs. In advanced stages of tooth decay, you might experience:
- Toothache
- Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks
- Visible holes or pits in the teeth
- Soreness around the gums
Tooth Cavity Treatment
If you already have cavities or if your teeth are showing signs of decay, Wright Street Dental clinic offers a range of general dentistry services to restore stability to the tooth and provide protection from future damage or decay.
- Composite Dental Fillings – Composite fillings are placed in a single visit and are used to treat teeth with minor tooth decay.
- Root Canal – If the tooth decay has advanced and is causing an infection at the root of the tooth, you may need a root canal. This procedure is the best way to treat a diseased tooth and avoid an extraction.
Dental Cavities are Highly Preventable
If you are experiencing tooth pain and suspect you have a tooth cavity, contact Wright Street Dental Clinic, Belmont, for a consultation and examination.
Our Team
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Dr Rajinda Pathirana DMD (UWA)
Dr Rajinda Pathirana is a local graduate who earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Western Australia. With experience across both public and private sectors, he brings a well-rounded and compassionate approach to patient care—always aiming to make your dental visits as comfortable and efficient as possible.
Dr Rajinda has a strong interest in oral surgery, particularly wisdom tooth removal, as well as crown and bridge work. ...
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