Do you need to fill dental cavities? Do you want to avoid metal fillings? Well, with tooth-colored fillings, that's no problem. Here at Loop Dental Care, LLC in Chicago, IL, Dr. Felicia Mata can help boost your oral health with this treatment approach—read on to learn how.
Fillings and Dental Bonding in the Loop
Tooth-colored fillings are made of composite resin, a material that consists of plastic and finely ground glass-like filler particles. It's a simple and easy way to fix several problems, including chips, cracks, fractures, decay, and discolorations.
Your Chicago dentist prepares teeth by applying an etching solution to the surface of a tooth. This makes the surface more porous to allow fillings to adhere more readily. Next, composite resin matching the color of your teeth is applied and molded to the right shape. Lastly, the composite is hardened using a curing light.
What are the advantages and benefits of tooth-colored composite?
There are many advantages to getting tooth-colored fillings. After your dentist has finished the procedure, your teeth will look natural, especially if the tooth being filled is visible while you smile. Some other advantages include:
- These fillings don't cause teeth to turn gray over time.
- You'll have a more aesthetically-pleasing smile because teeth will look natural.
- The composite strengthens your teeth, so you can enjoy your meals and not have to worry about applying too much pressure on teeth and breaking them.
- They are safer because they don't tend to expand and contract with temperature fluctuations, which can cause dental breakage.
- Tooth-colored fillings perfectly match surrounding teeth to avoid mismatched teeth.
- They are durable and may last as long as 15 years.
- They benefit teeth by preserving more of the tooth, reducing the chances of future breakage.
Need dental work? Contact our office in The Loop
For more information about tooth-colored fillings and how they can improve the appearance of your smile, dial (312) 263-6793 to schedule an appointment with your dentist, Dr. Felicia Mata.