Cary Office Click To Call
1110 SE Cary Parkway Ste # 206, Cary, NC 27518, USA | Directions
Cornelius Office Click To Call
20905 Torrence Chapel Rd #201,
Cornelius, NC 28031, USA | Directions
Cornelius, NC 28031, USA | Directions
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Restoring Cary cavities with composite fillings
Cavities are one of the most common issues we see in our Cary and Cornelius offices. Next to the common cold, they are the most common health disorder. Good oral hygiene and preventive dental care is essential in preventing the development of cavities. When they are detected early, Dr. McMillan can restore the tooth with an athletically pleasing composite resin filling.
The formation of cavities
When you eat foods that contain starches or sugars, they can cling to the surface of your teeth, and contribute to the formation of plaque. The plaque can combine with the bacteria in your mouth and produce an acid that can damage the tooth enamel. Because plaque is often difficult to remove from your molars and between teeth, even patients who are diligent with their daily oral hygiene can still develop cavities. The sooner cavities are detected the less damage they can do to the tooth structure and the easier it is for Dr. McMillan to treat them.
Treating cavities
Treatment depends on the amount of damage that has been done to the tooth, in extreme cases it can result in the tooth having to be extracted. When the cavity is detected early, the tooth typically can be restored with a composite resin filling. This simple procedure usually is completed in one appointment. Once the tooth is numbed, your doctor will remove the damaged portion of the tooth’s structure while keeping the tooth dry. He will apply the resin a layer at a time until the damaged area is filled. Composite resin fillings are tooth colored, so the finished restoration is virtually invisible. They are also safer and healthier. For years, the standard filling material was silver amalgam, a substance that contains mercury. Here at Holistic Dental Centers we can safely remove these fillings and replace them with a heather alternative such as composite resin fillings and porcelain crowns.
If you are suffering from a toothache, or have old amalgam fillings you need to have removed, call our Cornelius (704) 765-3150 or Cary (919) 865-0700 office to schedule your appointment. The Cary office is convenient for Cary residents to get the safe holistic dental care they deserve.
Dr. Carl McMillan
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Dr. Carl McMillan is a distinguished holistic dentist with over 20 years of experience. A Medical University of South Carolina's College of Dental Medicine graduate, he founded Holistic Dental Centers to offer safe, biological dental care in North Carolina. Dr. McMillan is a charter member of the International Academy of Mercury Free Dentists and a past president of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. His commitment to patient education and holistic care reflects his dedication to evidence-based, harm-free dental practices. Known for treating every patient with respect and care, Dr. McMillan is a trusted leader in his field.
Dr. Luis Crespo
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Dr. Luis Crespo, a holistic dentist with 17 years of experience, has profoundly impacted underserved communities worldwide, from Guatemala to Tibet. He earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from West Virginia University in 2000 and is a member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. Dr. Crespo integrates his holistic health and nutrition expertise into his practice, emphasizing the connection between oral health and overall well-being. His bilingual skills and commitment to educating patients and promoting early dental care reflect his dedication to both public health and preventive medicine.
