Healthy, Composite Resin Fillings for Natural Appearance

If you have a cavity, Dr. Sajoo offers composite dental fillings that are a more attractive alternative to traditional amalgam fillings. These natural colored fillings are not only stronger, they are a safer alternative to the traditional mercury-based materials. In fact, composite resin dental fillings (white fillings) have no known health risks. Moreover, unlike their metal counterparts, composite fillings do not expand and contract with temperature changes, thereby making them stronger and more durable.

The primary intent of using these white fillings is to fix dental decay while matching the rest of the tooth's color. As shown to the left, there is no evidence of the white filling repairing decay or tooth damage.

You may find these white fillings especially appealing on the front teeth, where metal amalgam fillings would be very noticeable. Replacing your aging metal-based fillings with these whiter fillings will also give you a more attractive smile.

Finally, in addition to cavity filling, the whiter fillings can be used to repair defects or replace old, worn-out metal fillings.

As a much more aesthetically pleasing remedy for cavity repair, composite fillings have become the product of choice among cosmetic dentists such as Dr. Sajoo. Having a more similar appearance to your natural teeth, you need not expose the unsightly appearance of amalgam fillings that blacken over time.

Another advantage of these fillings is that they require less of the natural tooth to be removed when they are applied. Unlike the amalgam fillings, which weaken the teeth, the composite resin fillings actually restore tooth strength.

To have these fillings placed, please contact our staff for an appointment. The fillings can be placed in less time than is required for amalgam fillings since the composite materials harden faster than traditional fillings. The process starts with removal of the tooth decay. The tooth surface is then etched and brushed with an adhesive that bonds several layers of natural looking composites. Once hardened and sealed with a high-intensity light, the tooth is polished. The result is stronger, longer lasting tooth that matches the appearance of your other teeth.