Gone are the days when unattractive silver fillings were the only way to restore a decayed or damaged tooth. Thankfully, modern dentistry now uses tooth-colored composite resin that blends seamlessly with your smile; honestly, no one will even know you have a filling at all!
This common dental procedure preserves more of your natural tooth structure and makes it possible to bite down and chew with ease. We use tooth-colored fillings on patients of all ages and can replace your old, worn silver fillings as part of a cosmetic treatment plan.
Let’s take a look at how you can restore your smile naturally with tooth-colored fillings.
The Composite Filling Process
If we find tooth decay during a routine preventive visit, or if you get a toothache and schedule an appointment, we’ll likely recommend a tooth-colored filling.
When you arrive for this procedure, here’s the process you can expect:
- Making you comfortable — Your comfort is our top priority, so we’ll completely numb your mouth before beginning treatment. You may feel pressure during the procedure, but you won’t feel any pain.
- Removing decay — Then, we’ll gently remove the decayed portion of your tooth, making sure to leave as much of your natural tooth as possible.
- Cleaning the area — We’ll clean and disinfect the area to eliminate any bacteria.
- Preparing the tooth — To ensure the composite resin adheres properly, we’ll etch your tooth.
- Applying the resin — Next, we’ll apply the color-matched resin to your tooth and harden it with a special light.
- Smoothing the tooth — Once we’ve placed the filling, we’ll smooth and polish your tooth and make any final adjustments to your bite.
That’s it! You can get back to your busy day.
Tooth-Colored Fillings in Hamburg, NY
If you’re interested in natural-looking fillings that allow you to laugh and smile without worry, please don’t hesitate to contact our office! At James Blake, DDS, we strive to help every patient achieve the healthy, beautiful smile they deserve.
And with composite fillings, you can restore your natural teeth, usually in a single visit.
To schedule an appointment, please give us a call at (716) 648-2600.
