Dousman Dental Office Hours

Mon – Thurs: 7:00a – 6:00p

Friday: 7:00a – 2:00p

Sat – Sun: Closed

262-965-3662
Mailing Address:
PO Box 187
Dousman WI 53118
Physical Address:
261 N Main St
Dousman WI 53118
261 N Main St, Dousman, WI 53118 262-965-3662
262-965-3662 261 N Main St, Dousman, WI 53118 PO Box 187, Dousman, WI 53118
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Dental Fillings Cavity Causes, Filling Types & What to Expect

A properly filled cavity can prevent further, costlier procedures later on. Your dental filling procedure will begin with one of our experienced dentists applying local anesthetic to numb the area. Next, the decayed area will be removed and the space will be cleaned for the filling. Finally, your dentist will finish and polish the filling for a comfortable fit.

Dousman Family Dentistry offers fillings to match your tooth's natural color.

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Best dentist for fillings in Dousman, Delafield & Hartland, WI

What Causes Cavities?

Cavity fillings, best dentist in Dousman, WI The causes of cavities include bacteria buildup, regular consumption of crackers, candies and sugary drinks, and poor oral hygiene habits. Sometimes there may be no symptoms or pain at all when a cavity is discovered. The earlier a cavity can be filled, the less damage it can inflict on your oral health.

Fluoride treatments can help prevent cavities from forming, while existing cavities may be managed with surface cavity fillings, composite resin fillings, dental crowns, and in severe cases, root canals or tooth removal.

Cavity Symptoms

A cavity is an area of permanent damage within the hard surface of your teeth. Failing to brush, floss and hydrate properly can lead to cavities. Cavities are often accompanied by symptoms, including:

  • Toothache
  • Tooth sensitivity 
  • Sharp pain when eating or drinking something sweet, hot or cold
  • Visible holes in a tooth
  • Brown, black or white staining on the surface of a tooth
  • Pain when biting down

 

How Can I Prevent A Cavity or Future Cavities?

Getting routine dental cleanings and taking good care of your oral health are the best ways to prevent needing a filling. Avoid the need for surface cavity fillings or even root canals with regular cleanings and proper oral care daily. If you do experience symptoms of a cavity, schedule an appointment with us for a dental exam today!

Cost of Dental Fillings in Wisconsin

The cost of tooth fillings in Wisconsin without insurance ranges from about $190-$400 per tooth depending on the material used (such as traditional fillings or resin fillings) and how many surfaces you need filled on each tooth. The location of the filling can also affect cost. Hard-to-reach teeth can require more time and equipment.

We accept most major insurances. Check your insurance coverage online and reach out to our billing associates with questions about your insurance coverage.

No Insurance Dental Fillings From Dousman Family Dental

Need a dental filling but don't have dental insurance? We offer dental fillings for uninsured patients at our Dousman office. 

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Types of Dental Fillings

There are a variety of dental filling materials available like gold, porcelain, silver amalgam and tooth-colored plastic called composite resin. If your cavity has not reached past the surface of your tooth, you may receive a surface cavity filling to address the decay on the surface of your tooth and to prevent a deeper cavity from forming. One of our experienced dentists will help you navigate the best tooth filling options for your unique case.

Resin Fillings: Dousman Family Dentistry

Resin fillings are a type of dental-cavity filling used to restore teeth affected by dental cavities or decay. Unlike traditional fillings, resin fillings are made of mixture of plastic (resin) and fine glass particles. Resin filling material is tooth-colored, making it blend with the natural color of the tooth and a popular choice for cosmetic reasons.

 

The process of placing resin fillings involves removing the decayed portion of the tooth, preparing the tooth, and then layering the resin filling. This incremental approach allows us to shape and contour the filling to match your natural tooth's unique shape.

Resin cavity fillings are aesthetically pleasing and offer several advantages over traditional fillings:

  • Resin fillings provide better bonding to the tooth structure
  • The risk of fracturing is reduced with resin fillings
  • Resin fillings require less removal of healthy tooth during placement

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resin Fillings vs. Amalgam Fillings

Appearance

  • Composite Resin Dental Fillings:
  • Natural, tooth-colored
  • Amalgam Dental Filling:
  • Silver-colored

Durability

  • Composite Resin Dental Fillings:
  • Good for small to mid-size restorations
  • Amalgam Dental Filling:
  • High resistance to wear

Appointment Length

  • Composite Resin Dental Fillings:
  • Takes a bit longer than amalgam fillings
  • Amalgam Dental Filling:
  • Faster than composite fillings

Cost

  • Composite Resin Dental Fillings:
  • Slightly more expensive than amalgam fillings
  • Amalgam Dental Filling:
  • Less expensive than composite resin fillings

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The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Resin Fillings

Compared to amalgam dental fillings which leave an obvious indication of a filling, tooth-colored fillings are invisible and much more aesthetically appealing. Resin fillings and surface cavity fillings blend with your surrounding teeth, so no one will be able to tell you ever had a cavity. The best part is resin fillings are also long-lasting (up to 10 years or more of use) with proper care.

Brushing twice a day, flossing and scheduling a teeth cleaning every 6 months to 1 year are crucial components of effective filling maintenance. 

 

What to Expect When Getting a Filling

You may experience tooth sensitivity after an amalgam or resin filling. This tooth sensitivity typically goes away on its own in a few days. If your tooth sensitivity does not decrease, contact us! 

 

Can you eat after a filling?

Our dentists recommend you wait at least one hour before eating anything and allow 24 hours to pass before attempting to eat hard foods.

 

Contact Dousman Family Dentistry for a dental exam appointment. Our dental services attract patients from Dousman, Delafield, Mukwonago, Hartland and beyond.

Our Reviews

I’ve been a long-time patient and continue to love it! Receptionists are friendly and helpful, hygienists are thorough and kind, and the dentists are great too. I stay because it’s great.

- Kyla

Really loved my experience with Dousman Family Dentistry for the last many many years. I am only transferring because we moved. We will miss you!

- Kelly

Everyone who works here is so kind! I have had a few visits and every single one has been a great experience. I live in East Troy and don't mind the travel time because I can't ask for a better place to go for dental care.

- L Font

I have been going to Dr. Goral for 25 years. Excellent dentist, kept up with the latest. Listens to the patient. All receptionists, etc. are extremely nice. Jill is my hygienist.  She is not only pleasant but efficient.

- Carol

Dr. Schaeffer was the go-to guy for my family's teeth growing up. He put braces on my very crooked teeth when I was a pre-teen, and when my teeth reverted to their crooked ways, Dr. Schaeffer fixed them once again - this time with an expander and retainers. He is a miracle worker! I've had an expander followed by a retainer on my teeth for 9 months and the results are amazing! A genius in the world of teeth!

- Maureen

Our whole family goes here and they have been wonderful with our young children.

- Tiffany

Had an emergency visit and was pleasantly surprised at the cost. Thank you for not price gouging during this pandemic! You guys are all great! Thank you for working during this time of craziness.

- Mustange

I had a great experience at Dousman Dental. I had two crowns put on the left side of my mouth and they decided to do them both at the same time which was great because it saved me a second trip. To be honest I never felt any pain and was as comfortable as could be under the circumstances. I would highly recommend them!

- John

My wife and daughters have been going to Dr. Whalen for many years and I started going a year ago on my wife's recommendation.  The staff are always very pleasant, it is an extremely clean facility and I feel very comfortable with trusting Dr. Whalen and his staff with my dental work.  I would highly recommend Dousman Family Dentistry.

- Brad

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