Tooth-Colored Fillings – Greensboro, GA
Cavity Fillings That Don’t Highlight Decay
The vast majority of people will develop a dental cavity at some point in their lives; when this happens to you, it is important that you get the cavity filled as soon as possible so it does not worsen and cause serious problems for you down the road. However, you might hesitate because, well, fillings are ugly, and you don’t want a glob of dark metal to detract from your beautiful smile. We offer tooth-colored fillings in Greensboro, GA. These gorgeous restorations can repair your pearly whites without marring their appearance.
Why Choose Lake Oconee Dentistry for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Strong, Durable Cavity Fillings
- Dental Insurance-Friendly
- Outstanding Customer Service
What are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
For many years, amalgam was the material of choice for dental fillings. This alloy, made of a mix of silver and other metals, is quite strong and can last for decades. However, it is noticeably dark and clashes horribly with the natural color of teeth. The metal has also been known to discolor the enamel around it.
Tooth-colored fillings, as their name implies, match the color of the enamel around them. They’re made of a biocompatible composite resin, and your dentist can select a shade that is as close as possible to the color of your teeth. The resin will not ever stain your teeth, so you can enjoy your restoration without worrying that it will lose its beauty or endanger your smile’s appearance over time.
What are the Advantages of Tooth-Colored Fillings?
The most obvious advantage of tooth-colored fillings is, of course, that they are practically invisible. However, they also offer a number of other notable perks:
- Composite resin fillings are mercury-free. Amalgam fillings contain a significant amount of this metal, and although the FDA considers them safe for use in dentistry, many people are still concerned about the long-term effects of having mercury in their mouth.
- The resin forms a close bond with the tooth, which reduces the chances that the filling will leak or fall out.
- Metal fillings expand and contract in response to significant temperature changes, which can cause damage to the teeth that host them. Composite resin does not have this problem.
- Tooth-colored fillings require the removal of less healthy tooth structure than metal ones.
What Else Should I Know About Tooth-Colored Fillings?
It may take a bit longer to place a tooth-colored filling than it does a silver filling because the tooth needs to be kept clean and dry during the procedure. Depending on the size of the cavity that your dentist is working on, you may or may not need to be numbed in order to stay comfortable during your treatment. Once the filling is in place, you might experience a bit of sensitivity in your tooth, but that should wear off within a few days.
Because tooth-colored fillings are part of both restorative and cosmetic dentistry at our Greensboro dental office, it is likely that your insurance policy will help pay for your treatment. Still, we encourage you to check with your coverage provider just to make sure.
Fillings don’t have to be ugly! Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn if composite resin restorations are right for you.