A small cavity does not have to become a bigger dental problem. At Total Care Dentistry in Homestead, FL, we use tooth-colored composite fillings to repair teeth affected by cavities, minor chips, fractures, or wear while preserving the natural appearance of your smile.
Composite fillings are designed to restore the strength and function of your tooth while blending naturally with the surrounding teeth.
What Are Composite Fillings?
Composite fillings are restorations made from a tooth-colored resin material that can be matched closely to the natural shade of your teeth.
They are commonly used to repair areas damaged by decay or minor structural damage.
Because of their natural appearance, composite fillings provide a discreet alternative to traditional metal-colored restorations.
Benefits of Composite Dental Fillings
Natural-Looking Results
The material is selected to closely match the color of your natural teeth.
Strong & Functional
Composite resin restores areas damaged by cavities or minor fractures and helps your tooth function normally again.
Conservative Treatment
Composite restorations can often be placed while preserving as much healthy natural tooth structure as possible.
Mercury-Free Material
Composite fillings do not contain dental amalgam or mercury.
Helps Prevent Further Damage
Treating cavities early can help prevent decay from progressing and potentially requiring more extensive dental treatment.
What to Expect During Treatment
First, the area is gently numbed to help keep you comfortable. The damaged or decayed portion of the tooth is carefully removed, and the area is cleaned and prepared for restoration.
The tooth-colored composite resin is then placed in layers, shaped to recreate the natural form of your tooth, and hardened using a specialized curing light. Finally, the restoration is polished and your bite is checked and adjusted for comfort.
At Total Care Dentistry, our goal is to restore your tooth while maintaining a healthy, functional, and natural-looking smile.
Have a cavity? Treating it early can help save more of your natural tooth. Schedule your dental evaluation today