What Happens During a Filling Procedure?

Dental fillings are safe, straightforward procedures that our dentist and team have years of experience performing quickly and effectively. When a cavity has been identified, Dr. Adam York will begin by:

  • Numbing the Area. We will perform a painless injection of a local anesthetic directly to the gums around the affected tooth. This will completely numb the teeth and surrounding tissues so you will not feel anything while your dentist begins the drilling procedure.
  • Preparing the Tooth. We will then drill the affected area using a fine dental drill. This will eliminate the decay that has already infiltrated the tooth, stopping the decay from spreading.
  • Curing Light Used To Set the Bonding Fluid. A special ultraviolet light is used to set the bonding fluid.
  • Filling the Tooth. At Spanish Springs Family Dental, we use a safe, synthetic composite filling material. This material is applied to the tooth cavity and sculpted into shape by your dentist to match your original bite. The material is then hardened and permanently set with a special UV light.

Recovery usually only lasts an hour or so as the anesthetic wears off, then you can continue with your day as if nothing happened at all!

Schedule Your Appointment Today!

Ready to see the difference in your smile? Call us, send us a message or come see us in person and let us welcome you to our Spanish Springs Family Dental clinic. We will care for your whole family in a space that is comfortable and welcoming, and the results will speak for themselves. Make your appointment today!

The Advantages of Composite Filings

Composite fillings use a synthetic resin that closely matches the color of your natural tooth. Composite materials are extremely durable and strong, meaning that they provide a long-lasting fix to a cavity-afflicted tooth that is unnoticeable to the naked eye. Compound fillings are the most technologically advanced filling material currently available, and our dentist and team are happy to ensure that our patients are happy and satisfied by their procedures. Contact us today at 775-626-6556 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Adam York and learn more about composite dental fillings in Sparks, Nevada.

Why Our Patients Love Us

Our patients are our top priority — and their approval is everything to us! Read our reviews and see why people love Spanish Springs Family Dental. Once you decide to join our clinic, be sure to leave a review yourself!

Love this dental office! Tami always cleans my teeth to perfection and is such a sweet person. I never wait long for my appointment or feel invisible. Dr. York has a great personality and values my time as much as his own.

Kelly S.

I have been going here for over 6 years now. Bev, the receptionist is so kind and helpful. Dr. York is great, very thorough and explains procedures. I had my teeth cleaned today by Karen, she was very sweet, did a wonderful, thorough job. I recommend Spanish Springs Family Dental to everyone.

Julie O.

As always the staff at Spanish Springs family dental are very friendly and helpful. The treatment experience is both efficient and quick and Dr York continues to not only be a terrific dentist, but he never disappoints with his quirky stories during treatment.

Robert S.

Schedule an Appointment Now

Ready to see the difference in your smile? Call us, send us a message or come see us in person and let us welcome you to our Spanish Springs Family Dental clinic. We will care for your whole family in a space that is comfortable and welcoming, and the results will speak for themselves. Make your appointment today!