Tooth-Colored Fillings – Hingham, MA
A Discreet Way to Repair Decayed Teeth
It’s always best to have a cavity treated before it can turn into an even more severe oral health issue. However, traditional metal fillings can leave you feeling less than confident about your smile. Luckily, restorative dentistry has come a long way over the years; today, Dr. Hegazi can repair your decayed tooth with a tooth-colored filling that blends right in! Give us a call if you think you might have a cavity that needs to be repaired with a tooth-colored filling.
Why Choose Admired Smiles Dental Center for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Fully Personalized Restorations
- A Team That Cares About Patient Education
- Friendly, Experienced Dentist
What are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
A dental filling is a type of restoration that is used to fill the space left by a cavity. Our practice uses tooth-colored fillings that are made out of composite resin. This material can mimic the appearance of natural tooth enamel, and it can be shaded to match the shade of your unique smile. On top of that, since composite resin bonds directly with the tooth, it reduces the amount of enamel that needs to be removed to make room for the filling.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
Placing a tooth-colored filling generally only requires one appointment. Here’s a quick overview of the steps involved:
- A local anesthetic will be applied to keep your mouth numb while the procedure is being performed.
- The decayed part of the tooth will be carefully removed.
- After the tooth is cleaned, a weak acid will be used to make the enamel more porous (thus making it easier for the filling to form a bond with the tooth).
- Composite resin that has already been shaded to match your smile will be applied to the tooth. The material will be sculpted so that it looks as natural as possible.
- A special light will be used to harden the composite resin in place.
- Our team will double-check your tooth to make sure that the new filling isn’t throwing off your bite. If there are any problems, we can make adjustments as necessary.
- Finally, we will give the tooth a thorough polishing, leaving you with a bright, healthy grin.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Why do so many dentists nowadays favor tooth-colored fillings over traditional ones? Here’s a look at some of the benefits that they have to offer:
- Their natural appearance means that you don’t have to worry about people noticing your dental work for the wrong reasons.
- Tooth-colored fillings contain no mercury and do not cause metal sensitivities, making them a safe option.
- You will be able to keep more of your natural tooth since not as much undercutting is required to place a tooth-colored filling.
- Composite resin is a durable material that can last for many years provided that you take proper care of it.