Composite Dental Filling – A Natural Looking Solution for Tooth Repair

At Mountain & Sea Dental and Associates, we believe in providing treatments that restore your dental health while keeping your smile natural and beautiful. One of the most popular solutions we offer is the composite dental filling. This modern filling material blends seamlessly with your tooth colour, making it a great choice for both front and back teeth.

What is a Composite Dental Filling?

Composite fillings are tooth-coloured materials composed of a mixture of resin and fine glass particles. If metal fillings are considered obsolete, then composite fillings try to do the opposite by going for matching the shade of your natural teeth and becoming almost invisible when you smile. They are used to restore teeth with cavities, cracks, or small fractures.

Why Choose Composite Fillings?

Patients usually prefer composite fillings due to their natural appearance and the strong bond achieved between the resin and the tooth surface. Some of the advantages, in brief, are:

• Appearance: Matches the natural colour of your tooth for an invisible effect.• Durability: It is made to withstand the forces of chewing and biting that occur daily.• Conservation of the Tooth: Less healthy tooth structure is removed in comparison to silver fillings.• Versatility: Can also be used for chipped or broken teeth besides cavities.

The procedure for Composite Filling

The process for a composite filling at Mountain & Sea Dental and Associates is nice, simple, and easy. The dentist will carefully remove the decayed or affected part of the tooth first. This is followed by cleaning the cavity, ensuring that it is free from any bacteria. The composite material is then applied in layers to correspond to the natural shape of the tooth. The layers are then cured with a light. Finally, the foraminous filling is polished to a smooth and naturally contoured finish.

Caring for Your Composite Fillings

With proper care, composite dental fillings can last for many years. Good oral hygiene, including regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups, is essential. Avoid biting on very hard objects, such as ice or pens, to prevent unnecessary wear or damage to the filling.

Why Choose Mountain & Sea Dental and Associates?

We pride our Santa Barbara dental team on offering reliable, patient-centred care. In order for a filling to be utilitarian, it also needs to blend in and look natural. We explain as we go so that you are confident and comfortable in your visit.

A composite dental filling is a safe, strong, and natural-looking way to revive your tooth. Protect your oral health and keep smiling brightly by scheduling an appointment at Mountain & Sea Dental and Associates today.