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Tooth-Colored Fillings – Doylestown, PA
Repairing Teeth With a Conservative Solution
When cavities form, it is essential that you seek professional dental care before the decay has a chance to spread. To address this kind of issue before it turns into a more serious and complex issue, Dr. Olga Kandov can recommend tooth-colored fillings . Considered a trusted and healthier way to address dental caries, these customized restorations allow for a durable solution that looks natural, feels comfortable, and can last a decade or more with proper care. Call us today to find out if you need a tooth-colored filling to repair your smile.
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Traditional amalgam was once the only option for patients who were dealing with cavities. Although durable and long-lasting, they often caused many problems, including expansion and damage of existing tooth structure as well as noticeable dental work. Fortunately, times have changed, and tooth-colored fillings are now a viable option for cavity-stricken teeth.
Comprised of composite resin that is malleable and shaded to match your existing tooth enamel color, it is applied after clearing out any decayed areas of the tooth.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
When preparing to receive a tooth-colored filling, there is no reason to become concerned. Your dentist will administer local anesthesia to numb the tooth and its surrounding area before decayed portions of your tooth structure are thoroughly cleaned out. When finished, we will apply the composite resin to the area, filling in the structure and hardening the resin with a curing light.
The process takes little time, and you can walk out of our dental office with a stronger, healthier smile in just one appointment. If properly cared for, you can expect your filling to last a decade or longer before requiring replacement.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Many dentists continue to offer traditional amalgam when providing fillings; however, you may not realize the immense benefits that can come from choosing tooth-colored restorations. Some of these include:
- A more natural appearance that allows the resin to blend in with your existing smile so that no one sees the remnants of your dental work.
- More of your natural tooth structure remains intact because of how malleable the composite resin is.
- You avoid expansion of your filling over time, keeping your tooth structure safe from further breakdown.
- Great durability and strength.
- Composite resin is biocompatible, making it a healthier option to live inside your mouth instead of traditional metal.
- A tight seal that keeps bacteria out and prevents future reinfection.