To treat a cavity your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then "fill" the area on the tooth where the decayed material was removed. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or ...

It typically takes under an hour to get a filling at the dentist. You may experience sensitivity afterward. A filling is one of the most common dental procedures. It’s basically a repair job to fix ...

Making a fruit pie is a bit of a gamble. It can be too sugary or too tart, soupy or starchy, over-filled or not filled enough. And the only way to gauge success is when it’s too late to do anything ...

The European Union banned mercury amalgam fillings to protect the environment. Should you worry about protecting your health, too? By Justin R. Silverman When the European Union adopted a ban on ...

It’s not uncommon to feel fear or concern about getting a cavity filled. Dental fillings can hurt in some instances. But most cause little to no discomfort during the procedure. If you’re avoiding ...