Tooth-Colored Fillings and Bonding
Dental decay is one of the most common oral conditions impacting children and adults' smiles. At Oak Tree Dentistry, we provide tooth-colored fillings that blend in with your smile.
Composite Resin Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings have been around for decades but have gained in popularity in the last twenty-five years because their durability closely matches that of amalgam (silver) fillings. Made of tiny ceramic or glass particles and BPA-free fillers, dental composites instantly harden when exposed to a special curing light.
Dental Decay and Fillings
Dental decay occurs when bacteria soften the hard enamel exterior of teeth, opening up the softer dentin inside to bacteria and decay. Decay does not usually cause pain until it comes close to the nerve, deep inside the tooth. We recommend regular dental x-rays to identify signs of decay before a painful infection develops.
Treating decay early typically means less invasive and complex treatment.
Before beginning treatment, Dr. Gill will ensure your tooth is numb so your procedure is completely comfortable. Small fillings may not even require the tooth to be numb because they only impact the tooth's surface.
We will discuss your options and even offer nitrous oxide, which is usually safe for both adults and children.
After gently removing the decay, Dr. Gill will prepare the tooth with a bonding agent to secure the filling. He will then apply the composite in layers and harden it with a curing light. Once he fills the tooth, Dr. Gill will polish and shape it so it perfectly matches your tooth structure.
Composite resin fillings have many benefits over amalgam fillings.
