Are you feeling discomfort, cold sensitivity, or bite pain in a tooth that already has a filling?
It could be Recurrent Caries — decay that develops again underneath or around an existing dental filling.
At Tathastu Dental, we focus on early diagnosis and timely replacement of old fillings to protect your natural teeth.
What Is Recurrent Caries?
Recurrent caries occurs when new decay forms beneath or around a previously placed filling.
Over time, fillings may:
- Wear down
- Develop gaps
- Lose proper sealing
- Allow bacteria to enter
This can lead to hidden decay under the restoration.
Common Signs of Recurrent Caries
You may notice:
- Cold sensitivity
- Pain while biting
- Dark line around the filling
- Food getting stuck near filling edges
- Persistent mild discomfort
Sometimes, symptoms appear only when decay has already progressed.
Why Old Fillings Should Not Be Ignored
If left untreated, recurrent decay can:
- Spread deeper into the tooth
- Reach the nerve (pulp)
- Cause severe pain
- Require root canal treatment
- Weaken the tooth structure
Timely evaluation helps prevent major procedures.
Treatment for Recurrent Caries
At Tathastu Dental, treatment may include:
1. Clinical Examination & X-ray
To detect hidden decay beneath the filling.
2. Removal of Old Filling
The affected filling is carefully removed.
3. Decay Removal
All infected tooth structure is cleaned.
4. New Restoration
Placement of a fresh tooth-colored filling or crown if required.
Early replacement protects the tooth and restores strength.
Why Choose Tathastu Dental?
Patients trust us because we provide:
- Advanced digital diagnostics
- Experienced dental specialists
- High-quality aesthetic fillings
- Painless treatment techniques
- Strict hygiene and sterilization protocols
- Multiple convenient clinic locations
We focus on long-term tooth preservation.
Book Your Dental Checkup Today
Do not ignore pain in a previously treated tooth.
Old fillings may need evaluation or replacement.
🦷 Tathastu Dental – Don’t Ignore Old Fillings
📞 Phone: +91 9111007770
🌐 Website: www.tathastudental.com
📍 Clinic Locations:
Bhopal | Indore | Dewas | Mandideep | Pithampur
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