Fix Tooth Decay with Composite Fillings
Dental fillings are one of the most common dental restorations, effectively saving teeth from progressive decay. At our dental office in Burleson, our dentist use tooth-colored composite resin rather than traditional metal materials, offering a more aesthetically pleasing and biocompatible solution for treating cavities.
When You Have a Cavity
A cavity results from tooth decay, which is an ongoing infection caused by an excessive buildup of harmful bacteria in your mouth. When plaque and tartar remain on your teeth for too long, the bacteria can erode the enamel and infect the underlying tooth structure. Common symptoms of a cavity include increasing tooth pain and discoloration around the affected tooth. Delaying treatment can worsen these symptoms and lead to more severe issues, including a dental emergency.
How a Tooth-Colored Filling Helps
A tooth-colored filling is intended to halt the progression of a cavity and strengthen the remaining healthy tooth structure. After removing the infected tooth material and oral bacteria from the cavity, we place a customized filling that matches the cavity's shape and blends seamlessly with your natural tooth. Using tooth-colored composite resin instead of traditional materials offers several benefits for your smile, including:
- No visible metal in your smile
- No risk of the filling altering shape over time
- Reduced friction against opposing teeth during biting and chewing
- Lower risk of requiring root canal treatment in the future
- And more advantages
Don't let cavities ruin your smile. Get natural-looking, pain-free tooth-colored fillings. Schedule a consultation with our Burleson dentist today.