Dental Fillings In Rocklin CA

WHAT ARE TOOTH COLORED FILLINGS?

When teeth are damaged by dental decay, cracks, or fractures, they can often be repaired with dental fillings. In the past, fillings were typically made of a mixture of metals called amalgam. However, modern fillings, known as "white fillings," are tooth-colored. These fillings restore the form and function of the tooth and seamlessly blend with the rest of the tooth structure. Tooth-colored fillings are made of strong and durable composite resin materials. They are chemically bonded to fill and rebuild a tooth after removing the decayed or damaged structure. Initially, tooth-colored fillings are placed as a putty-like material and carefully shaped to match the contours of a healthy natural tooth. They are then set with a light wand. In addition to repairing damage or decay, composite resins can also be used to enhance teeth cosmetically. They can change the size, color, or shape of teeth, addressing imperfections or minor alignment issues such as spacing.

THE PROCESS OF FILLING YOUR TOOTH WITH COMPOSITE RESIN AT Discover Dental Rocklin

At Discover Dental Rocklin, our dentist will carefully select a shade of composite that matches your surrounding teeth. The next step involves identifying and removing any tooth decay. Before starting the procedure, your Discover Dental Rocklin Dentistry expert will numb the affected area with a local anesthetic. Once the numbing takes effect, the dentist will eliminate the decay from the cavity. The site will then be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected in preparation for the filling.

To fill the cavity, a bonding solution will be applied to the surface of the tooth, followed by layers of composite resin. Each layer will be hardened using a special UV light. Your Discover Dental Rocklin Dentistry professional will shape and mold the composite resin filling to match the natural contour of your tooth. Once satisfied with the outcome, the dentist will use UV light to harden the final layer of the composite resin and polish it. The end result will be a fully restored tooth that appears healthy and exhibits no visible signs of treatment.

REPLACING OLD METAL FILLINGS WITH TOOTH-COLORED COMPOSITE RESIN IN Rocklin, CA

With the advancements in cosmetic dentistry, more and more people are considering replacing their silver amalgam fillings with new tooth-colored composite resin fillings. However, the choice to replace your metal fillings, even if they are not causing any problems, is completely up to you. At Discover Dental Rocklin, our experienced team can help you decide what is best for you.

Some patients decide to replace their fillings to reduce their potential exposure to mercury. Others may choose replacement to prevent future tooth damage caused by silver amalgam fillings. We will assist you in evaluating your options when it comes to filling replacement.