Tooth Colored Fillings

Say goodbye to metal fillings and hello to tooth-colored ones! Tooth-colored fillings blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, giving you a smile that looks flawless and feels strong. Not only do they restore teeth with a perfect match, but they also help protect against further decay and damage.

Ready to Upgrade Your Fillings? Here’s What to Expect.

First, we’ll carefully remove your old fillings and clean out any decay. Then, we’ll shape and prepare the tooth for the new, tooth-colored filling, which is custom shade of composite to blend perfectly with your natural smile. After it’s placed and hardened (by light curing), we’ll smooth everything out for a flawless finish. The process is quick, comfortable, and leaves you with a filling that’s as strong as it is stunning!

Say Goodbye to Metal

Resin composite fillings, commonly known as tooth-colored fillings, are the most popular choice of filling material today due to their aesthetic appeal and long lasting durability. Their composition, which is a blend of glass and resin nano-particles, allows them to match the shade of your tooth, making them less noticeable than traditional metal fillings. With proper care, these fillings can last several years.

A More Natural Appearance

There has been a dramatic shift towards patient preferring tooth-colored composite fillings over traditional silver amalgam fillings, primarily due to cosmetic and durability reasons. Composite restorations not only look more natural, but also blend in better, and are a perfect option for fixing cavities and chipping of both - back and front teeth.

Health and Safety Considerations

Tooth-colored fillings are free from mercury and other harmful metals, making them a safer alternative compared to traditional amalgam fillings. This is particularly appealing to health-conscious individuals and those with environmental concerns.

Tooth Colored Fillings: FAQs

  • Tooth-colored fillings are built to last! With proper care, they can last several years. Plus, they’re durable and resistant to wear, so they’ll keep your smile looking great.

  • Tooth-colored fillings are usually approximately the same price as silver (amalgam) fillings and many patients agree the investment is worth it for the natural, flawless look they provide. Think of it as upgrading to a smile that’s both beautiful and functional!

    The cost of a tooth-colored composite filling varies depending on the size and location of the filling but typically ranges from $250 to $450 per tooth. Your dentist can give you a more specific estimate based on your needs. Patients on our membership plan receive a discount on all fillings!

  • Some patients may experience some sensitivity to hot or cold, which usually resolves in 1-2 days. If it lasts more than a couple of weeks, make sure to reach back out to us!

  • Tooth-colored fillings are typically made of composite resin, a durable material that blends seamlessly with your natural tooth color. The composite filling is made from a mix of a matrix of resin with fine glass nano-particles, making it strong, long-lasting, and capable of matching the shade of your teeth and with a smooth finish.

  • Yes, in many ways! Tooth-colored fillings are not only more aesthetically pleasing, but they also bond directly to your teeth, providing added strength and durability. They’re also less likely to expand or contract with temperature changes, which can prevent cracks and leaks in your teeth. Silver fillings, due to their metal content, transfer heat and cold to the tooth pulp which may result in sensitivity to hot or cold foods. Composite restorations insulate the pulp a lot more to hot or cold temperatures.

  • Absolutely! Tooth-colored fillings are made from biocompatible materials that are safe for your teeth and overall health. They have been in common use for over 30 years! They’re a great choice for anyone looking to restore their smile with materials that are both effective and safe.

  • Once the anesthesia wears off, typically in 1-3 hours, you can eat and drink normally! We recommend not chewing on food right after the filling, since the lips and tongue may still be numb and there is a possibility of the patient accidentally biting their lip or tongue.

  • When a part of the tooth has a crack in it or fractures OR has a large amount of decay, it is generally appropriate to restore it with a crown. A crown is a two appointment procedure. At the first appointment we remove the decay and prepare the tooth for a crown and make an impression of it. At the second appointment, we cement the permanent crown. Crowns are generally stronger than fillings, since they are made of ceramic or metal.