Seamless Composite Fillings
If you have a cavity or minor tooth decay, early intervention with a dental filling is crucial to prevent further damage. We use advanced tooth-colored composite materials (laser fillings) that bond tightly to the tooth structure. They not only restore the tooth's structural integrity but also blend perfectly with your natural tooth color.
Treatment Details
The Process
- Preparation: The area around the affected tooth is numbed using local anesthesia.
- Decay Removal: Specialized instruments are used to carefully remove the decayed tooth structure.
- Application: The tooth-colored composite resin is applied in layers.
- Curing: A specialized curing light is used to harden each layer of the composite material instantly.
- Polishing: The filling is shaped to match the natural tooth anatomy and polished to prevent staining.
Advantages
- Aesthetically pleasing as it blends seamlessly with the natural tooth.
- Bonds micro-mechanically directly to the tooth structure, providing additional support.
- Requires less removal of healthy tooth structure compared to traditional amalgam fillings.
Disadvantages
- Can be prone to staining over time from coffee, tea, or tobacco.
- Slightly more expensive than traditional silver (amalgam) fillings.
Durability
Cosmetic composite fillings are highly durable for moderate chewing pressure and generally last 5 to 10 years before requiring replacement or maintenance.
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