Hi, I need 10 fillings. Is it better to do it all at once, or break it up into several appointments?

Matthew C.- Nebraska

Matthew,

You may find it easier to break up the appointment into two to four appointments. Doing all ten at once would require you to be in the dental chair for several hours. That is a long time to have your mouth open and still.

You could have your dentist do upper arch then lower arch, or you can divide the four quadrants to make it even easier on you.

You may also be interested in the Cater to Cowards service that some dentists offer.

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