Tooth-Colored Fillings – Taylor, TX
A Beautiful & Reliable Solution for Addressing Tooth Decay
Did you know that cavities are one of the most common health problems in the entire world? In fact, in the US alone, it’s estimated that over 90% of all adults have had at least one cavity during their lifetime. That said, although they’re normally very preventable, cavities can still be quite a nuisance and end up threatening your whole smile’s wellness – but fortunately, they can also often be treated with ease with the help of a dental filling. To learn more about the tooth-colored fillings we can provide here at our Taylor office, don’t hesitate to contact us today!
Why Choose Taylor Choice Dental for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- English- & Spanish-Speaking Patients Welcome
- Beautiful, Natural-Looking Materials Used
- Insurance-Friendly & Financing Options Available
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Rather than using metal materials to address tooth decay and fill in cavities, our team can use a special, tooth-colored composite resin. This material can be shaded to match the color of your enamel, which is the outermost layer of your teeth responsible for giving them their white, shiny appearance. This substance is totally biocompatible, meaning that it can safely bond with the tooth’s structure. Better yet, it doesn’t contain any metals, like mercury. And despite not containing any metals, these fillings are still just as durable and can endure the daily pressure of biting and chewing for several years.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
In most cases, tooth-colored fillings can be placed during a single appointment at our Taylor office. First, we’ll numb the area of your mouth where we’ll be working with a local anesthetic to ensure that you’re perfectly comfortable during the process. We’ll then carefully begin by removing any damaged or decayed portions of the tooth; all of the bacteria and compromised tissues must be removed before any sort of restoration can be placed. Once this is done, we’ll select the perfect shade of composite resin and carefully mold it into the proper size and shape, essentially replenishing the lost structure. Final adjustments are made, and the filling is polished to ensure a beautiful, natural-looking appearance!
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Although metal fillings have assisted countless patients with decayed teeth, composite tooth-colored fillings offer many additional and exceptional benefits, including:
- Better Aesthetics – The composite resin can be shaded to perfectly match your surrounding tooth structure; no one will be able to tell you’ve had dental work done!
- Biocompatible Solution – Composite resin doesn’t contain any metals, so there’s no risk of mercury exposure; not to mention, the resin isn’t quite so sensitive to temperature.
- Preserves Your Tooth – A filling will protect your tooth from further damage; plus, composite fillings normally require less alteration to the existing tooth to be placed.
- Durable Materials – Many things can affect the lifespan of a filling; however, with the right care, composite ones can easily last for a decade or longer.