Dental Fillings
Dental fillings are one of the most common general dentistry tools used to repair cavities and restore damaged teeth. Despite their frequency, Dr. Jake Uram still aims to provide the highest quality service with every tooth filling we perform.Â
We’ve made tooth-colored composite fillings our preference because this style of dental filling matches the look of your natural smile, so you can continue to smile confidently with stronger, healthier teeth.
Composite fillings, also known as tooth-colored or white fillings, are made of a mixture of plastic and glass particles that blend to create a material that matches the white color of your natural teeth. The physical traits of composite resin make tooth-colored fillings an attractive option for filling cavities, especially on teeth that are visible when you smile or talk.Â
Dr. Uram exclusively places composite fillings to ensure the best results. With tooth-colored fillings, patients can feel confident that their restorations won’t affect their appearance while they improve the health and structure of their teeth.
The tooth filling process is simple and comfortable. If necessary, the area is numbed with a local anesthetic and sedation dentistry with the goal of ensuring that the patient feels at ease. Then, the decayed or damaged area of the tooth is removed and disinfected to stop the further spread of bacteria.Â
Next, the composite filling is applied directly to the tooth in layers to rebuild the tooth and restore the smile. Each layer of resin material is dried with the help of a UV light between layers until the process is completed.Â
At the end of the dental filling process, Dr. Uram will then give a final check to ensure cavity fillings fit securely and snugly for a long-lasting, attractive solution.
Since Dr. Uram bonds white dental fillings directly to the teeth, this process helps to provide support and prevent further decay or damage. Plus, composite fillings are less likely to crack or break than metal fillings, which can help minimize the risk of further damage to your teeth.Â
Additionally, composite fillings are non-toxic and do not contain any potentially harmful metals, such as mercury, which is commonly found in metal fillings. Beyond preventative care, cavity fillings are the most straightforward and affordable restorative solutions available.
Dental fillings can be completed in a single visit, typically in around a half hour. If it’s discovered a filling is necessary during a routine dental cleaning, we’ll do our best to complete the filling on the same day.
When more than one filling is needed, the visit may be extended to restore each tooth fully. Dr. Uram can work with your schedule to make sure you can get the most efficient and long-lasting care with our tooth-colored fillings.
Overall, composite fillings offer an aesthetic and safe solution for restoring teeth that have been damaged by decay or injury. If you’ve held back from treatment because of fear or a bad experience in the past, we’re eager to change your perception of the dentist. You can expect comfortable, lasting restorations that leave you looking and feeling your best.
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