Composite Fillings
Composite Fillings in Aurora, CO
At Associates in Family Dentistry, we understand the importance of preserving your smile’s natural beauty and functionality. If you have cavities or need to replace old, unsightly metal fillings, our composite filling services in Aurora, CO offer a seamless and aesthetic solution. Our skilled dental professionals can use advanced techniques and tooth-colored composite materials to restore your teeth with fillings that blend seamlessly with your natural tooth color, providing a natural-looking and durable result. Contact us now and let us help you regain your confidence with our exceptional composite filling services.
What Are Composite Fillings?
Composite fillings, also known as tooth-colored or white fillings, are a popular type of dental restoration used to repair teeth affected by decay, cracks, or fractures. Unlike traditional amalgam (metal) fillings, composite fillings are made of tooth-colored materials, such as plastic resin and finely ground glass particles. This composite material can be precisely matched to the color of your natural teeth, providing a seamless and aesthetically pleasing result.
Top Reasons for Composite Fillings
Composite fillings for front teeth offer numerous benefits and are popular for dental restorations. Here are the top reasons for choosing composite fillings:
Composite fillings are tooth-colored, allowing them to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, providing a natural and aesthetically pleasing result.
Composite fillings bond directly to the tooth structure, which helps to strengthen the tooth and prevent further damage.
Composite fillings can be used to restore the front and back teeth, making them a versatile option for addressing various types of dental decay or damage.
Composite fillings require less removal of healthy tooth structure than other filling materials, preserving more of your natural tooth.
Proper care ensures composite fillings can last for many years, providing long-lasting and reliable restoration for your teeth.
How Are Composite Fillings Used?
Composite fillings are versatile dental solutions used in various ways to restore and improve the appearance of teeth. They are primarily used to treat dental decay by removing the decayed portion of the tooth and filling the cavity with a tooth-colored composite material. Composite fillings can also be used to repair chipped or fractured teeth, reshape teeth for cosmetic enhancements, close gaps between teeth, and replace old metal fillings. The composite material is carefully applied, sculpted, and bonded to the tooth, resulting in a natural-looking restoration that blends seamlessly with the surrounding teeth.
How Are Composite Fillings Placed?
The entire process of placing dental fillings is typically completed in a single dental visit, offering convenience and immediate results. The placement of tooth composite fillings typically involves the following steps:
One of our dentists will start by numbing the area around the tooth to ensure your comfort during the procedure. The decayed or damaged portion of the tooth will be removed using specialized dental instruments, creating a clean and prepared cavity.
The dentist will apply an etching solution to the tooth's surface. This solution roughens the tooth enamel, creating a better bond between the composite filling material and the tooth.
A bonding agent is applied to the prepared tooth. This bonding agent helps the composite filling material adhere securely to the tooth structure.
The dentist will apply the composite filling material in layers, carefully shaping and sculpting it to match the natural contours of your tooth. Each layer is hardened using a special light or laser.
Once the composite filling material has been applied and hardened, the dentist will check your bite and make any necessary adjustments to ensure proper alignment. Finally, the filling is polished to give it a smooth and natural appearance.
The dentist will evaluate the completed filling, ensuring it fits well, feels comfortable, and blends seamlessly with your surrounding teeth.
Contact Associates in Family Dentistry Today
Associates In Family Dentistry is proud to offer exceptional composite filling services in Aurora, CO. If you have cavities or unsightly metal fillings that you wish to replace, our composite fillings provide a seamless and natural-looking solution. Using state-of-the-art techniques and tooth-colored composite materials, we can restore your teeth with fillings that blend harmoniously with your natural tooth color. Contact us now and take the first step towards a flawless and radiant smile.