Composite resin fillings are matched to the colour of your natural teeth, making them a discreet choice for restoring teeth affected by decay or minor damage. At Complete Family Dental, we use tooth-coloured fillings as our standard restorative material.
Tooth-coloured fillings, also known as composite resin fillings, are made from a blend of plastic and glass particles. They bond directly to the tooth, which allows us to be more conservative in removing damaged tooth material than with traditional amalgam.
Composite fillings can restore cavities, repair chipped or cracked teeth, and replace old amalgam fillings where appropriate.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic. Decay and damaged tooth structure are removed and the area is prepared.
The composite material is placed in layers and shaped to match the natural form of the tooth, each layer hardened with a curing light.
The final surface is polished. Most fillings are completed in a single appointment.
Tell us before we start. We can numb the gum first, work more slowly, and stop whenever you raise your hand.
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