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Composite Tooth-Colored Fillings
Composite or tooth-colored fillings are the latest versions of the age-old metal fillings. They can be an option for the most stealthy and secretive ones while doing any dental restoration. Composite fillings are made of a ceramic-and-plastic compound that closely matches the color of your teeth, unlike amalgam fillings, which are silver or dark inside your mouth.
These fillings are used to:
Due to advances in dental materials, composite fillings are now aesthetic and strong enough for molars that come under massive chewing forces.
Benefits of Composite Fillings
Many patients prefer composite fillings to metallic fillings because they are much more natural-looking, apart from the several other additional advantages:
- 1. Aesthetic Value : These composite fillings are tooth-colored fillings and thus can be seen just as little as you smile, talk, or eat. Therefore, this is the ideal choice for visible teeth such as the front teeth and even molars.
- 2. Preserve More of Your Natural Tooth : Unlike metals, composite fillings chemically bond so that a dentist can retain more natural tooth structure. Less drilling of tooth structure occurs and, in the end, the tooth is much stronger after this work has been done.
- 3. Stronger Joining and Supporting : Composite materials bond directly to the tooth; therefore, more structural support is provided, and the fracture risk is less. This is especially fruitful for a tooth compromised by decay or damage.
- 4. Mercury-Free and Biocompatible : Mercury is one of the constituents of traditional amalgam fillings; therefore, some patients have expressed concern regarding its use. Composite fillings do not contain mercury or metal, remaining a safe and biocompatible option.
- 5. Less Sensitivity to Temperature Changes : Metal fillings expand and contract with temperature variations, which, over the years, can lead to cracks in the tooth. Composite fillings are much more stable, thus limiting the possibility of causing tooth sensitivity and agony.
Post-Treatment Care
After a composite filling, you can immediately begin with your routine; however, a few simple care tips need to be followed:
What to Expect During a Composite Filling Procedure
Getting a composite filling is a straightforward and painless process that can usually be completed in a single visit. Here is what you can expect:
1: Numbing the Area
A local anaesthetic will be given to you by your dentist in order to numb both the tooth and the adjacent gum tissue so you will experience no pain during the entire procedure.
2: Removing the Decay or Damage
After sufficiency is attained into numbness, the dentist carefully removes the decayed or damaged part of the tooth to create a clean cavity for filling.
3: Applying the Composite Material
Once the layer of composite resin had been placed on the tooth, each layer was cured by a special curing light to create a bond between the filling and the tooth that is strong.
4: Shaping and Polishing
After the final application of composite, your dentist will shape and polish the filling to accept the natural contours of your tooth. This will enable the filling to feel smooth and natural, allowing you to bite comfortably.
5: Final Check
The dentist will check your bite to ensure everything feels natural and comfortable. Once that is confirmed, the composite filling procedure is concluded.
Why Choose Composite Fillings?
Composite fillings are used currently to repair cavities and restore teeth. Besides being modern and durable, composite fillings are aesthetic in nature. More and more patients choose these types of fillings for long-lasting restorations without having to show obvious signs of metal fillings.
If you need a filling or are considering replacing your old amalgam fillings, you should schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss whether composite fillings would be appropriate for you. Such a beautiful, healthy, natural-looking smile is within reach!