If your teeth sustain minor damage, our dentist may recommend repairing them with a tooth-colored dental filling. This simple, yet effective, restoration can give you back strong, healthy and beautiful teeth in just one visit to our practice.
What Are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings are essential treatments used to restore teeth that have suffered minor to moderate damage, such as cavities, chipping or fractures. If you are experiencing tooth decay or damage, a dental filling can help return the structure and functionality of your tooth, enhancing your overall oral health. At Mountain View Dentistry, we offer only tooth-colored, or composite, fillings. These fillings not only restore your teeth but also maintain the natural appearance of your smile.
The Dental Fillings Procedure
Getting a dental filling is a straightforward, painless process typically completed in one visit. During your appointment, our dedicated dentist and team will first remove any decay and clean the affected area thoroughly. We then apply the composite material directly into the cleaned cavity, meticulously shaping it to blend seamlessly with the natural contours of your tooth. The final step involves hardening the filling with a special light, ensuring it bonds strongly to your tooth for durable, long-lasting results.
Benefits of Dental Fillings
Choosing a tooth-colored filling offers numerous advantages, both aesthetically and functionally. Composite fillings are designed to blend with your tooth’s natural color, making them virtually invisible. This choice promotes a more attractive, confident smile. Structurally, the composite material bonds tightly with the tooth, enhancing its strength and durability. This bond significantly reduces the risk of future fractures or breakages.
Moreover, tooth-colored fillings are less sensitive to temperature changes, which means less discomfort from hot or cold foods and beverages. They also provide a superior seal that minimizes the risk of decay or leakage around the edges of the filling. Unlike traditional metal fillings, composite fillings are mercury-free, making them a safer and more environmentally friendly option.
Make An Appointment
Contact our office today at 505-867-1442 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Duane Marshall and learn how tooth-colored dental fillings in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, can restore your smile!
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