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Have you spotted or been told you have a cavity? Cavities should be treated immediately because delaying treatment can eventually lead to tooth loss and other health complications. Good news! Cavities are easily treatable using tooth fillings.  Maegan Elam, DDS and Associates in Bedford, Texas, treats cavities using composite fillings. Composites are preferred because they aptly treat […]

Even if you practice near-perfect dental care, tricky spots in your mouth and genetics can put you at risk of cavities. Cavities develop when harmful bacteria secrete acidic substances that “eat away” your enamel. Since your tooth can’t heal itself, a dental filling is the best way to prevent a cavity from progressing. Maegan Elam, […]

People who develop cavities in their teeth need to have them filled by a dentist to prevent further decay and tooth loss. There are two types of fillings commonly used. One type is a metal amalgam, which is a traditional filling material. The other is composite resin. This material is tooth-colored and blends in seamlessly […]

If you are experiencing a sudden dental emergency, it is vital that you know how to handle the situation. This includes situations such as dental fillings falling out from the tooth. When a patient has a cavity, they will need to have a filling placed to seal the tooth and avoid the entrance of bacteria […]

So, you’ve been told by your dentist that you have a cavity. Now what? If you’ve never had a cavity before, it is important that you understand that it is a routine procedure that is often performed by Dr. Maegan Elam and her team in Bedford, Texas. Patients can learn about the many options they […]