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Tooth Fillings
Tooth decay is one of the most prevalent of all dental conditions and is actually one of the top "diseases" experienced by children, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Decay can lead to an average cavity, or if not treated promptly, it can lead to infected pulp tissue. Dr. Valerie Fuller offers her patients outstanding care in a warm, inviting dental office.The standard form of treatment for cavities is a tooth filling. When a cavity is detected very early, it is possible to remove decay and insert a small filling, often without the need for local anesthetic. In most instances, the process begins with numbing medication and ends with the placement of the most suitable restoration.
Tooth colored fillings
For more than a century, the standard of care pertaining to cavities has been to repair damage with dental amalgam. Also known as "silver fillings," amalgams are still offered in many dental practices today. Dr. Valerie Fuller does not use this material, finding that her patients prefer the benefits of composite fillings or porcelain inlays or onlays over the appearance of silver in the smile.While cost and longevity are two considerations for restorative care, patients today are also concerned about the effect dental work may have on their smile. As such, composite resin may be the chosen material for tooth repair. Composite resin, a combination of plastic and quartz, is a material mixed to match the shade of surrounding tooth structure. So the tooth colored filling doesn't just repair the damaged tooth, it blends in perfectly with surrounding teeth to disguise the fact that damage occurred.
Composite fillings can last several years and hold up well to the intense force applied when biting or chewing. Dr. Fuller has extensive experience in the placement of tooth colored fillings. By considering each patient's needs and expectations, she is able to plan care to achieve the desired long-term outcome.
You deserve to LOVE. LIFE. SMILE. BRIGHT. Call (770) 977 7757 to get to know your Marietta dentist, Dr. Valerie Fuller.
Testimonials
Dr. Fuller has cared for my teeth for the past 15 years and now cares for my children and husband. She has always been professional, thorough and above all pain-free! Her new office is beautiful, spa-like environment, that is a joy to visit. I highly recommend Dr. Fuller and her overall dental experience.
~ J. Johnson |
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The combination of professionalism and honest concern for a patient's needs make this office top-notch. Both Yolanda & Dr. Fuller explained my procedure in detail, which definitely put me at ease.~ Krista P. |
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Dr. Fuller and her staff were incredibly nice, attentive and professional. And the space is beautifully designed, giving you a sense of total calmness. I highly recommend her practice.~ Allison |
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Very happy with the remodeled office and updating of the equipment. I really liked the new x-ray. The care to detail is apparent in the pt. treatment by all the staff.~ Loish |
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Everything about going to Dr. Fuller was enjoyable, which is usually difficult to say about a dentist. :-)~ Mary |
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The combination of professionalism and honest concern for a patient's needs make this office top-notch. Both Yolanda & Dr. Fuller explained my procedure in detail, which definitely put me at ease.~ Krista |
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I am very pleased with the care Dr. Fuller provided to my daughter on her recent visit. Our family are all new patients and my daughter was the first of us to see Dr. Fuller and her staff. Along with a cleaning and a filling my daughter also had a TMJ issue that Dr. Fuller was able to help us resolve and found us specialist that saw my daughter right away. Very important since she was about to return to college by end of the week. Everyone was very kind to us!~ Caroll |
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Thoughtful and quick service. No reason to ever fear the dentist when visiting Dr. Fuller. Excellent staff and service.~ Shayla |
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