Composite Fillings
In the field of restorative dentistry, composite fillings have revolutionized the way we repair and restore teeth affected by decay or damage.
What is a Composite Filling?
These tooth-colored fillings offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal, allowing us to achieve natural-looking results while preserving the health and beauty of your smile. In this article, we will explore the world of composite fillings, including their composition, advantages, application process, and why they are a popular choice for dental patients seeking both durability and cosmetic enhancement.
Composite fillings, also known as tooth-colored or white fillings, are made from a blend of plastic resin and finely ground glass particles. This composite material mimics the natural color and translucency of your teeth, resulting in a seamless and virtually invisible restoration. Composite fillings are a versatile option suitable for both front and back teeth, offering an excellent combination of strength and aesthetics.
Advantages of Composite Fillings
- Aesthetics: The ability to match the shade of the filling to your natural tooth color allows for a virtually undetectable restoration, maintaining the natural appearance of your smile.
- Preservation of Tooth Structure: Composite fillings require less removal of healthy tooth structure compared to traditional amalgam fillings, preserving more of your natural tooth.
- Bonding Capabilities: Composite fillings chemically bond to the tooth structure, providing additional support and helping to strengthen the remaining tooth.
- Versatility: Composite fillings can be used to treat a wide range of dental issues, including cavities, chipped or cracked teeth, and even to close gaps between teeth (diastema closure).
- Reduced Sensitivity: Unlike metal fillings, composite fillings do not expand or contract with temperature changes, resulting in reduced sensitivity to hot or cold stimuli.
Application Process
The application of composite fillings typically involves the following steps:
Preparation
The decayed or damaged portion of the tooth is removed, and the tooth is thoroughly cleaned to create an optimal surface for bonding.
Shade Selection
Your dentist will carefully choose a composite material that matches the color of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless blend.
Layering and Bonding
The composite material is applied in layers, with each layer being hardened and bonded to the tooth using a special curing light.
Shaping and Polishing
After the composite material has been hardened, your dentist will shape and contour it to achieve the desired shape and proper bite alignment. The filling is then polished to a smooth and natural-looking finish.
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Dr. Efraim Florendo
Dr. Efraim Florendo earned his Dental degree in 2000. His enthusiasm to expand his dental knowledge brought him to the field of Dental Research and he worked in San Francisco as a Dental Researcher for two years.
This vivified his passion for Dentistry and willed him to practice the Art and Science of Dentistry in various cities such as San Bruno, San Francisco, Sacramento, Vallejo, San Jose until he finally found his heart and decided to settle in the lovely and warm city of Modesto.
Dr. Alexandra Chang
Dr. Alexandra Chang, DDS, MS is a native of the San Francisco Bay area. She went to U.C. Davis for her undergraduate studies and attend U.C San Francisco for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After completing her studies in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at The Ohio State University, she returned to California.
She has been practicing orthodontics for over 10 years and loves working with young children and adults. On her free time, she enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures. She also likes to spend with her family and two japanese bobtail cats.
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