Can a Huge Cavity Be Filled?

If a cavity gets too big, you will need a dental crown.
Normally, a cavity can be repaired by a filling. This keeps your tooth strong while getting rid of the bacteria there. However, a dental filling needs enough healthy enamel to stay put. If a cavity grows too big, that filling will likely fall out repeatedly.

Can a cavity be too large to fill?

However, if the cavity is too big for a filling, our dentists will recommend a porcelain crown to strengthen the tooth. Once a cavity reaches a certain size, our dentists won't be able to drill out the decayed tooth matter without compromising the structural integrity of your tooth.

How long does it take to fill a large cavity?

This procedure typically takes anywhere from 10 minutes to one hour but, of course, that time will vary depending on the size and location of the cavity. A filling is a common dental procedure that is often used to repair teeth that are chipped or decayed on one, two or three surfaces when damage is mild to moderate.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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