A Simple Fix Before a Small Problem Grows
A cavity rarely stays small on its own. What starts as a spot of decay you can’t quite feel keeps spreading until it reaches the nerve, and a filling that would have taken one visit turns into a root canal or an extraction.
At Atrium Dental, our dental fillings in Ahwatukee, Phoenix, stop decay early and restore the tooth’s shape and function. Dr. Foroughi matches the filling material to the tooth’s location and how much chewing pressure it takes on.
Problems a Dental Cavity Filling Helps Fix
- A cavity found during a routine exam or cleaning
- Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods
- A visible dark spot or soft area on a tooth
- A chipped or cracked tooth from everyday wear
- An old filling that's worn down or come loose
- Mild tooth pain that comes and goes
Meet Our Dental Filling Dentist
Dr. Shahyar “Sean” Foroughi, DDS
Patients across Ahwatukee trust Dr. Shahyar “Sean” Foroughi, D.D.S., who has placed fillings and restored teeth locally for more than 25 years. He completed his undergraduate studies at USC, earned his DDS from UCSF, and trained further at Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital in Texas.
Dr. Shahyar “Sean” Foroughi, D.D.S., selects each dental filling material based on your tooth’s location, the size of the cavity, and how the tooth is used day to day, rather than defaulting to one option for every case.
Arizona License: 5717 | NPI: 1659460202
Services provided by an Arizona-licensed general dentist.
Are You a Candidate for a Dental Filling?
- Small to moderate cavities are usually treated with a filling in a single visit.
- Extensive decay reaching the tooth's nerve may need a root canal or crown instead.
- Children with cavities in baby or permanent teeth are often candidates for tooth-colored or glass ionomer fillings.
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Our Dental Filling Procedure
Exam and Diagnosis
We check the tooth and, if needed, take an X-ray to confirm the size and depth of the cavity.
Choosing Your Filling Material
We go over which material fits the tooth's location and how it's used, then confirm your choice before starting.
Placing the Filling
For your tooth filling, we remove the decayed area, prepare the tooth, and place filling material and shape it to match your bite.
Bite Check and Aftercare
We check that your bite feels even and go over what to expect as any numbness wears off.
Related Services We Offer
Dental Crown vs Filling
| Filling Dental Services | Dental Crown Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Small to moderate cavities or minor chips | Extensive decay, cracked teeth, or a tooth weakened after a root canal |
| How much of the tooth it needs | Only the decayed or damaged part is removed | The tooth is reshaped to support a full cap over it |
| Visits needed | 1 | 2, or 1 with same-day crown technology |
| Recovery | Minimal, mild sensitivity for a day or two | Minimal, some sensitivity while adjusting to the new bite |
| Typical lifespan | 5 to 15+ years, depending on material | 10 to 15+ years |
Dr. Foroughi confirms which option fits your tooth during your exam, since it comes down to how much healthy tooth structure remains.
