Center One Dental Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Tooth-Colored Fillings – Canonsburg, PA
Make Cavities Disappear
At Center One Dental, we know that no matter how hard you try, cavities can still occur. At-home brushing and flossing, as well as regular dental checkups and cleanings, may be part of your normal routine, but bacteria and plaque can still develop for many other reasons. Fortunately, our team is here to help them go away with tooth-colored fillings in Canonsburg. Instead of reaching for silver amalgam that stands out, we opt for a more smile-friendly option. If you want restorative treatment that offers protection and aesthetics, call to schedule an appointment today.
Why Choose Center One Dental for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Family-Owned & Operated Dental Office
- In-Network with Multiple Dental Insurance Plans
- Digital X-Rays Offer Enhanced Dental Imaging
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Tooth-colored fillings, also known as white fillings, restore and mimic the natural appearance of the tooth structure. They are also used cosmetically to change the size, color, and shape of teeth. Not only do these restorative solutions look natural thanks to the composite resin used, but they also cause minimal sensitivity and can be easily repaired if they sustain any damage.
Unlike traditional amalgam, which is highly visible and can expand if exposed to extreme temperatures, composite resin maintains its shape and does not cause additional tooth damage over time.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
The process of receiving a tooth-colored filling takes only a single appointment but requires several steps:
- You will meet Dr. Raj to discuss whether a tooth-colored filling is the right restorative treatment to address your cavity-stricken tooth.
- If so, he will administer local anesthesia to numb your tooth and its surrounding area.
- He will begin clearing out the decayed portions of your tooth, ensuring no plaque and bacteria remain.
- Once your tooth is reshaped and fully prepared, he will insert the composite resin into the structure.
- A curing light will be used to harden the color-matched resin to ensure it creates a tight seal so that reinfection does not occur.
- He will check your bite to ensure everything feels normal before you leave.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
You will discover many benefits to choosing tooth-colored fillings over traditional amalgam fillings. They include:
- Composite resin can be color-matched so that it blends in with your natural smile.
- You get to maintain more of your natural tooth because of the resin’s flexibility.
- The risk of future tooth damage caused by your filling is significantly less because resin doesn’t expand when exposed to heat or extreme cold.
- Your filling can last a decade or more with the proper maintenance.