Do you know what tooth enamel is, or why cavities in tooth enamel require fillings? If not, read on. Enamel is the hard outer part of your teeth. In fact, the enamel in our teeth is the hardest substance in our body. While most of the human body is made up water, enamel is almost entirely mineral.

As strong as enamel is, it is also quite brittle. This is why teeth tend to chip and break relatively easily. If the enamel breaks away or becomes damaged, it might expose underlying dentin or pulp and require restoration. If a large piece of enamel is broken off, then a crown is required. At this time the surviving enamel will be shaped to and a dental crown will be fitted to replace the missing enamel. Fillings are used to fill cavities or holes in your enamel that are caused by decay. As with broken teeth, decay exposes the more delicate parts of the tooth that the enamel protects. If fillings are not used then very severe dental problems can result.

If you have problems with your enamel and think that you might need a filling, or if you just want to have a dental checkup and professional cleaning, please feel free to schedule an appointment with us here at Wayzata Dental.

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