Tooth-Colored Fillings River Ridge
The Secret to a Natural-Looking Smile
At Plaisance & Bostick Family Dentistry, we work hard to help patients keep their smiles whole and healthy for life, but despite our best efforts, tooth decay, chips, cracks, and dental wear may still occur. The majority of patients will need at least one filling over the course of a lifetime due to daily wear and tear, and skilled dentists can repair smiles flawlessly with tooth-colored, composite resin fillings. To find out more about fillings or schedule a six-month checkup, contact our family-friendly River Ridge dental practice today. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Why Choose Plaisance & Bostick Family Dentistry for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Natural-Looking Composite Resin Used to Blend with Smiles
- Dental Insurance May Cover 80% of Total Cost
- Dentists Treat Patients of All Ages
Dental Filling Materials
Traditionally, dental fillings were crafted from a silver-colored metal amalgam material. Amalgam fillings offer durable results, but there are many disadvantages to repairing smiles with this material, including:
- Amalgam fillings noticeably spoil smiles
- Patients with allergies or sensitivities to metal often have adverse reactions
- Amalgam expands and contracts with changes in temperature, potentially causing further damage to the tooth
- A larger amount of tooth structure needs to be removed to accommodate the fillings
- Bacteria can access the space between the filling and the tooth, potentially leading to further decay
At Plaisance & Bostick Family Dentistry, we typically use tooth-colored composite resin material to restore teeth following decay or damage. This material can be carefully shaded to perfectly match teeth for flawless restoration. Composite resin is applied directly to the damaged tooth in a putty-like consistency. That means we can preserve a greater amount of dental structure as the composite material can fill in even the smallest pits and grooves in teeth. Composite resin offers improved appearance and long-lasting results.
The Tooth-Colored Filling Process
Patients who need fillings can complete their repair in just one short, painless appointment. We start by numbing the area around the affected tooth. Then, we prepare it by smoothing the damaged area and removing any decayed tissue. Our dentists will apply carefully shaded composite resin material to the surface of the tooth before reshaping the material to fully restore the shape and structure. Once the filling is in place, we use a curing light to harden it. We make any final adjustments as necessary before giving the tooth a final polish.
Cosmetic Dental Bonding
In addition to being used to repair minor decay or damage, composite resin is a great cosmetic dentistry option as well. Referred to as cosmetic bonding, this service is used to conceal or repair smile flaws like chips, stains, and gaps. For some patients, cosmetic bonding is a cost-effective alternative to more advanced treatments.
Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
- Completely metal-free and safe for patients with metal allergies
- Cosmetically superior appearance
- Preserves greater amounts of natural dental structure
- Less likely to crack, chip, or break away over time
- Reduced risk for further decay or damage
- Save time and money with fast, effective, same-day repair
