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Achieve a Brighter Smile with High-Quality Dental Fillings

At Reagin Family Dentistry, your oral health is our top priority! If you’re seeking reliable and aesthetically pleasing dental fillings, you’ve come to the right place. Our team is committed to providing exceptional dental care tailored to your unique needs. Let’s explore the world of dental fillings and address common questions to ensure you make informed decisions for a radiant smile.

For all your dental filling needs, contact Reagin Family Dentistry at (770) 671-9199.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Fillings

Here are some of the most common questions our patients ask about dental fillings:

Exploring Alternatives to Amalgrams | Modern Dental Materials

Amalgam fillings, long considered the gold standard in dentistry for their strength and durability, have dominated dental practices for decades. However, with the evolution of dental technology, there’s a broad spectrum of alternative materials offering enhanced aesthetics and diverse benefits.

At Reagin Family Dentistry, we embrace these advancements, providing you with an array of filling options. Our commitment is to cater to your unique needs and preferences, ensuring you make an informed decision about the most suitable material for your dental restoration.

Let’s explore some of the most common kinds of alternatives to silver amalgam:

Analysis Reveals a Decline in Children's Tooth Decay

Recent analysis from the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) presents an encouraging trend in pediatric oral health. Compared to the early 1970s, today’s children exhibit significantly lower rates of tooth decay in both primary (baby) and permanent teeth.

The analysis, focusing on children aged six to 18 years, reveals a substantial 57.2% decrease in decayed permanent teeth over a 20-year period. Moreover, children aged two to 10 years experienced a noteworthy drop of nearly 40% in diseased or decayed primary teeth.

Unveiling the Power of Sealants

Research shows that nearly everyone, regardless of age or oral hygiene habits, has a staggering 95 percent chance of developing cavities in the deep pits and narrow grooves of their teeth. These hard-to-reach areas are notorious for trapping food particles and bacteria, making them prime targets for decay. However, dental science came to the rescue in the 1950s with the introduction of sealants—a revolutionary preventive measure that has since transformed the landscape of oral care.

Here’s some important information you need to know about sealants:

Trust Reagin Family Dentistry for Comprehensive Dental Solutions

At Reagin Family Dentistry, our commitment goes beyond traditional dental practices. We believe in offering you a range of alternatives to suit your unique preferences and oral health needs. Whether you opt for the gentle protection of ionomers, the aesthetic appeal and durability of composite fillings, or the unmatched excellence of porcelain restorations, our experienced dental team is here to guide you through the process.

Schedule your appointment today and explore the comprehensive dental filling solutions available at Reagin Family Dentistry.

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