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Are Composite Fillings a Good Choice for Treating Cavities?
If you habitually ignore dental cleanings, you’re at greater risk of getting cavities. Professional cleanings rid your mouth of plaque and tartar that can erode your tooth enamel and cause cavities. Prompt cavity treatment is important to keep decay from spreading. Dr. Allison Brown treats decay with composite resin fillings at High Forest Dental in Littleton, Colorado. Here are some common questions we’re often asked about white fillings.
What is a composite filling?
A composite filling is a tooth-colored paste used to repair a decayed tooth. The filling is composed of plastic resin mixed with powdered glass, with no metals or mercury added. Dr. Brown can match the color of your filling to the shade of your tooth enamel to make it less visible when you smile. Invisibility makes composite resin a great dental filling for front teeth, as it won’t mar your smile’s appearance.
What are white fillings used for?
The main purpose of white fillings is cavity treatment. However, resin fillings can also be used as dental bonding to repair chips and cracks in your smile, restore broken teeth, close tooth gaps, or conceal tooth discoloration. Bonding is a quick and easy cosmetic treatment that makes your smile more aesthetically pleasing.
How is a composite resin filling placed?
Dr. Brown will start by removing the decay and cleaning your tooth to prep it for a filling. We’ll then apply the resin material in layers, covering the entire area where decay used to be. The filling is molded to conform to your tooth’s shape and hardened in place with UV light. When your tooth is filled, we’ll make any necessary adjustments to improve your bite and polish your tooth to complete your treatment. Depending on the size of the filling and its location, the entire process can take between 30 and 60 minutes to complete.
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Are composite fillings a good choice for treating cavities?
White fillings are stronger and more effective than ever in treating cavities. Dr. Brown will “personalize” your filling to give it a natural appearance that blends in with your smile. The resin material bonds directly with your tooth enamel, making your tooth stronger and less susceptible to chipping or cracking in the future. Composite fillings protect your teeth by sealing out food, bacteria, and debris that can cause future cavities. As the filling doesn’t contain metal or mercury, there’s no chance of it triggering metal allergies or posing a risk of mercury poisoning.
How long do composite fillings last?
With good oral care, composite fillings can last ten or more years. Dr. Brown recommends daily brushing and flossing, routine dental cleanings, and avoiding hard and sticky foods to keep your fillings in good shape.
Who offers quality composite resin fillings near me?
Dr. Allison Brown from High Forest Dental is your go-to dentist for composite filling cavity treatment in Littleton, Colorado. Contact us at (303) 951-3717 for all your dental care needs.
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Allison H. Brown, DDS
Dr. Allison H. Brown completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, before earning her dental degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry. She furthered her training through a General Practice Residency at Denver Health Medical Center. An OKU honors society member, Dr. Brown is a recognized member of many professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, Metro Denver Dental Society, Colorado Dental Association, American Academy of Clear Aligners, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. She remains dedicated to ongoing education and staying at the forefront of modern dental care.
