Tooth-Colored Fillings – Austin, TX
Treating Cavity-Stricken Teeth in Less Time
At Magnolia Family Dentistry, we offer tooth-colored fillings in Austin to help treat cavity-stricken teeth and restore patients’ smiles. This customized form of restorative dentistry is easy to administer and offers more visually pleasing results than traditional amalgam. Instead of walking around with a smile that has undergone visible dental work, we make it so that others will never know. If you have a problem tooth that needs repair, call and schedule an appointment with our dentist today.
Why Choose Magnolia Family Dentistry for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- Flexible Financing & Membership Plans Available
- Dentist with 10+ Years of Experience
- We Treat Dental Patients of All Ages
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Cavities can no longer wreak havoc thanks to tooth-colored fillings – a reliable restorative solution that repairs decayed teeth without leaving a visible trace. Consisting of biocompatible composite resin, Dr. Burton can color-match the material to blend in once it is in place. When applied to the area previously occupied by the decay, its flexible consistency will allow you to keep more of your natural tooth, increasing the chances of better oral health in the future.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
Once Dr. Burton evaluates the affected tooth, she will decide if a filling is enough to properly address the problem. If so, she will begin by administering local anesthesia to numb the portion of the mouth. Once you are comfortable, she will start cleaning out the interior of the tooth, removing all decayed portions.
She will then apply the composite resin to the space, filling it to the surface. This will help your tooth maintain its structural integrity. A curing light will be used to harden the resin before she makes additional adjustments to ensure your bite is even.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings offer many benefits that traditional amalgam fillings cannot, such as:
- A more natural-looking, blended appearance that others cannot see
- Enhanced confidence that shows in your personal and professional life
- The ability to keep more of your natural tooth structure because of the composite resin’s malleability
- Reduced risk of tooth damage over time, which is normally caused by the expansion of amalgam when exposed to extreme temperatures
- Long-lasting results of 10+ years, depending on how well you maintain your smile
- Lowered chance of tooth sensitivity, as resin is not a conductor