As their name suggests, tooth-colored fillings are made to blend into the teeth that they are placed in. Each filling is made from highly customizable composite resin, which can be tinted to the specific color and shade of your tooth. This gives your filling a more discreet and lifelike appearance compared to metal fillings, which shine noticeably when exposed to any amount of light. Because of their lifelike appearance, tooth-colored fillings are often recommended for teeth that more visible when you speak and smile.
Cavities are the result of an infection in your tooth known as tooth decay, which begins when harmful oral bacteria slip past weakened enamel and infect your tooth structure. In addition to filling a cavity, a tooth filling should also protect the exposed tooth structure from oral bacteria to prevent infection from setting in again. Compared to metal amalgam, tooth-colored composite resin can be bonded more securely to your tooth, creating a tighter seal that may offer better protection against oral bacteria in the future.
If you have a newly discovered cavity, or if you’ve previously had one treated with a metal filling, then find out if you can benefit from a tooth-colored restoration by speaking with your dentist. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment for your child, call Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, today at 972-329-7645 (972-329-SMILE).
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