Tooth-Colored Fillings – Morristown, NJ
Seamlessly Repair Damaged Teeth
While dental enamel is the hardest substance naturally occurring in the human body, it lacks the ability to heal itself and can be compromised by injuries or oral infections. Thankfully, tooth-colored fillings from Skyline Dental of Morristown can eliminate destructive infections and rebuild lost dental structure while preserving the natural beauty of the patient’s smile. Here’s a quick look at how tooth-colored fillings work, but please feel free to contact our office if you’d like to learn more.
Why Choose Skyline Dental of Morristown for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Skilled and Experienced Dental Team
- Resolve Harmful Oral Infections
- Preserve the Appearance of Your Tooth
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Tooth-colored fillings are versatile restorative devices that can repair teeth that have been damaged by decay or injury, which can help them stay healthy and functional for much longer than they would without treatment. While traditional fillings are made from a blend of metals called amalgam, they can be quite conspicuous when a person smiles, speaks, or laughs. Tooth-colored fillings, on the other hand, are made from composite resin that can be shaded to match the natural color of the patient’s smile. Composite resin also bonds more readily to the existing enamel than amalgam, which can allow for a more conservative treatment process.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
The process of placing a tooth-colored filling always begins with the patient receiving a local anesthetic to ensure that they feel no pain. When the patient is ready, our dentist will remove the compromised structure from the tooth, sanitize the treatment area, and apply tooth-colored composite resin in layers until the lost enamel is replaced. Then, she will harden the restoration with a specialized UV light and trim and polish it to ensure a lifelike appearance. We’ll be sure to provide our patients with detailed aftercare instructions so they know exactly how to keep their teeth and their fillings in great shape before we send them on their way.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings can provide a wide range of important benefits like:
- Lifelike appearance that ensures your restorations will be indistinguishable from natural dental structure.
- Requiring less enamel to be removed during the placement process.
- Protecting compromised teeth from infection and injury.
- Lasting up to seven years or more if they receive excellent care.
- No risk of reactions due to metal allergies.
- Less risk of dental sensitivity.
- Easy oral hygiene and maintenance requirements.