Tooth-Colored Fillings – Fayetteville, GA
A Lifelike Repair for Dental Decay
Did you know that an estimated 21% of American adults have untreated cavities? Many people assume that their mouths must be healthy if they don’t see any tooth decay. However, it’s possible to develop an issue somewhere less visible, like behind your molars or between your teeth, and not know.
Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in your mouth produce acids that wear down your enamel to penetrate it. Thankfully, our dentists at Sparkling Smiles Fayetteville provide a lifelike repair for cavities with tooth-colored fillings. Continue reading to learn more about these restorations, and feel free to contact us for more information.
Why Choose Sparkling Smiles Fayetteville for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Resilient, Customizable Materials
- Dentists with 40+ Years of Combined Experience
- Experienced With Patients of All Ages
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Historically, fixing cavities involved placing amalgam fillings that glinted in the sunlight or made teeth look darker. Plus, metal materials expand and contract with temperature changes, which can erode enamel over time.
Thanks to more recent advancements in dental materials and technology, our team offers tooth-colored fillings instead. They’re made from a durable composite resin that can be color-matched to your natural shade for seamless results. Plus, they bond with your enamel to preserve the structure of your tooth.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
It can vary based on your unique circumstances, but this procedure can often be completed from start to finish in a single hour-long appointment. Before starting, our team will administer a local anesthetic to help you feel comfortable while we work. Then, we’ll carefully remove decayed sections of enamel and sanitize your tooth.
Next, we’ll apply the putty-like composite resin directly to your enamel in layers until the lost sections are restored. Once the material is placed, we’ll harden it with an ultraviolet curing light so that it bonds with the surface of your tooth. Finally, we’ll remove any excess material and polish your mended tooth until it shines.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
There are many advantages to choosing tooth-colored fillings over an amalgam restoration, including:
- Preserve your dental health. The material bonds directly with your enamel and doesn’t expand or contract, keeping the structure of your tooth intact.
- Boost your confidence. It’s made to look just like your natural tooth so you look and feel like the best version of yourself.
- Long-lasting solution. These repairs can last 5 to 10+ years if they’re cared for correctly.
- Safer treatment. There’s no need to worry about metal allergies or potential mercury contamination with FDA-approved composite resin.
- Easy to clean. Brushing and flossing twice daily and visiting our team for a checkup and cleaning every 6 months can keep your restoration in great shape.
