A dental filling treats tooth decay and protects the smile from infection. But instead of relying solely on metal materials, our team can provide a filling with a natural-looking composite resin material. In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about our tooth-colored dental fillings and what makes them look natural.
When a Tooth Requires a Filling
If you attend six-month checkup and cleaning visits with our team, then we have a chance to identify tooth decay in the early stages, often before you experience painful symptoms like toothaches. Otherwise, you won’t know you need care until your tooth begins to hurt, at which point the cavity has reached a more advanced stage. Lack of treatment then means an increased risk of infection and even tooth loss. A filling halts the decay and stops discomfort. Even better, we can complete the procedure in only one visit!
The Benefits of Composite Resin
While metal restorations are effective, they may not be safe for young children, pregnant women, or the elderly. They also change shape with time and temperature, increasing the risk over time of further decay or infection. They also don’t blend with your tooth and stand out. But with composite resin, we can counter these downsides with a metal-free option that is safe for patients of all ages. The blend of glass-like and acrylic-like materials can be shaded to blend with your smile, so the results look natural. The material is also biocompatible, so it bonds with the tooth structure and provides years of quality restoration, so your smile is safe. We even use the same material in our bonding procedures to treat common cosmetic issues with the shape and color of a tooth!
Placing a Dental Filling
To place one, we start by ensuring your comfort. We will administer a local numbing agent to the tooth being treated. We then remove the decay from the tooth thoroughly and clean it. Our team may etch the outer surface too. The restoration material is then prepared and place onto the tooth. We will sculpt and mold it as the composite resin is cured under a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance, ensuring a more lifelike restoration. Moving forward, we can discuss options to lower your risk of tooth decay, such as a healthier diet, better brushing and flossing habits, and visits for checkups and cleanings!
If you have any questions, contact our team today.
Schedule Your Restoration with Celina Family Dentistry!
Placing restorations can protect smiles from tooth decay and infection, keeping them strong and healthy. To learn more about treatments for cavities, talk to a member of our team today at Celina Family Dentistry at (214) 851-0130 today!
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