Tooth-Colored Fillings – Grand Prairie, TX
Protect Your Tooth’s Strength and Appearance
Dentists have used fillings to address oral infections and dental damage for centuries, but traditional amalgam fillings can be quite distracting when a person shows their teeth due to their dark color. Thankfully, modern tooth-colored fillings from Radiant Smiles can repair teeth and prevent future infections while preserving the appearance of the smile. Here’s a quick look at how tooth-colored fillings can help preserve your oral health from the friendly team at our Grand Prairie dental office.
Why Choose Radiant Smiles for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Compassionate Dental Team
- Composite Resin Looks Just Like Natural Enamel
- Insurance Welcomed
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Dental fillings are restorations used to repair sections of dental enamel that have been damaged by injury or infection. This can restore much of the tooth’s original strength and reduce its risk of future infections. Our tooth-colored fillings are made from composite resin, a lifelike material that mimics the appearance of natural dental enamel. Since they contain no metal, they may be safer and more comfortable for patients who have metal sensitivities or allergies. Composite resin can be shaded to match the natural color of the patient’s smile so the treated tooth will look like it was never damaged in the first place.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
Tooth-colored fillings typically take only a single appointment to place. The process always begins with the patient receiving an appropriate anesthetic to ensure their comfort. Then, our dentist will carefully remove damaged or infected structure from the tooth can clean and sanitize the treatment area. After that, he will rebuild the lost enamel by applying composite resin in layers and harden the material using a specialized UV light. Finally, he will trim and polish the hardened resin until it shines, resulting in a sturdy restoration that may last more than a decade if the patient practices excellent oral hygiene.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings offer a range of impressive benefits like:
- A natural appearance
- Preserving the health and strength of the tooth
- Restoring much of the tooth’s chewing power
- Requiring the removal of less healthy enamel than traditional fillings
- Reducing the risk of adverse reactions to metal
- Preventing dental sensitivity
- Easy hygiene requirements
- Results that can last for many years if the patient takes excellent care of their teeth