Tooth-Colored Fillings – Framingham, MA
Durable, Discreet Restorations for Damaged Teeth
It used to be that if you had a cavity or tooth decay, your dentist would remove the damaged enamel and replace it with an amalgam metal filling that while durable, stood out in your smile. Today’s composite resin tooth-colored fillings in Framingham have all the incredible benefits of those old-fashioned fillings, but blend in seamlessly with your smile, all the while eliminating some of the other drawbacks of their predecessors such as expanding and contracting with heat and aggravating metal sensitivities.
Why Choose Framingham Premier Dental for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- High-Quality, Lifelike Dental Materials Used
- Dental Insurance Friendly
- Caring & Compassionate Dental Team
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Tooth colored fillings are restorations designed to repair tooth structure that has been damaged by decay, keeping the tooth healthier in the long run. They are made of a durable, natural looking putty made from ultrafine plastic and glass particles. This means there is no need for metals, making them potentially safer than traditional amalgam fillings, and they can even be shaded to match your healthy teeth, so nobody will ever be able to tell you had a cavity in the first place.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
In most cases, your tooth-colored fillings in Framingham can be done in just one appointment which typically lasts about an hour. First, Dr. Gaitsgory will numb the area of your mouth where the cavity is located. Then, once you are comfortable, she will remove the damaged portion of the tooth and sanitize it. Next, she’ll begin applying color-matched composite resin to your tooth in layers until it has been completely rebuilt. Finally, she’ll harden the putty with a painless ultraviolet curing light, and in just a few seconds the putty will be solid. After a final reshaping, she’ll trim off any excess material, polish your restoration, and you’ll be free to begin using it immediately to enjoy a full diet.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
There are many incredible benefits to getting a tooth-colored filling over traditional amalgam metal restorations, including:
- A beautiful, natural-looking appearance that can be custom shaded to your smile and won’t cause the natural tooth to appear gray over time.
- A secure, direct bond with the natural tooth structure.
- Less enamel must be removed to accommodate tooth-colored fillings, meaning more of your natural tooth structure is preserved.
- Ideal for patients with metal allergies or sensitivities.
- Less tooth sensitivity due to better shielding of the nerves.
- No expanding and contracting due to heat or cold, which can worsen tooth sensitivity and weaken the tooth over time.
- Can last for up to seven years.
- Can be cared for with normal oral hygiene practices like basic brushing, flossing, and dental exams.