Tooth-colored fillings are made of a composite material that matches your teeth. Your dentist can use composite to fill cavities for an aesthetically pleasing restoration.
Dentists used silver amalgam to treat cavities in the past, but today, more patients prefer the tooth-colored option.
Benefits of tooth-colored fillings in Lodi and Elk Grove include:
- No shrinking or expanding due to hot or cold beverages.
- We remove less tooth structure to fill the cavity.
- The results are virtually seamless.
How Tooth-Colored Fillings Work
Your Lodi or Elk Grove dentist clears decay from the tooth and uses composite in layers, setting it as we go. After we fill the cavity, we polish the tooth for a brilliant finish.
We can also use composite resin to bond teeth. Bonding is an inexpensive way to hide tooth flaws, including chips, cracks, discoloration, and small spaces between teeth.
Dental bonding can be incorporated into a smile makeover or used alone. It typically takes only one office visit to bond teeth.
Schedule Your Checkup and Teeth Cleaning Today
Do you suspect a cavity? Has it been a while since your last dental visit? To get started, contact a member of our dental team today.
We look forward to caring for your smile.