Back in the day, tooth fillings were usually made of metal, and they were pretty obvious. While metal is still used in many tooth fillings today, most fillings are much less noticeable. At Badea Dental, we provide tooth-colored filling options to our patients.
With these tooth-colored fillings, we can restore cavities and other dental issues without impacting the appearance of your smile. In fact, tooth-colored fillings can be matched to your natural teeth so they blend in perfectly with your mouth.
Learn more about tooth-colored fillings or call today to set up an appointment with Dr. Luana Badea in Austin!
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
A dental filling is simply a dentistry treatment that repairs or restores damage in the tooth. Primarily, dental fillings are used to “fill” the hole left behind when a dentist removes a cavity. However, fillings can also repair cracks or chips in teeth.
Fillings come in many varieties and materials, including gold, silver amalgam, porcelain, and composite resin fillings.
Composite resin fillings are commonly called tooth-colored fillings because they match the shade of your natural tooth. Tooth-colored fillings may be made of ceramic, porcelain, composite resin, or even a glass ionomer material.
Dental Filling Procedure
A dental filling is a common and straightforward procedure at Badea Dental. If you have concerns or need more information about the treatment, don’t hesitate to call us or schedule an appointment.
The basic steps of a dental filling include:
Numbing
To ensure your comfort, the area around the tooth is numbed. We also offer sedation dentistry options for a more relaxed experience.
Removing Decay
The decayed or damaged portion of the tooth is carefully removed.
Filling
The tooth is then filled with a material that matches the color of your teeth, restoring its shape and function.
Polishing
The final step involves polishing the filled tooth to ensure a natural look and comfortable feel.
During the treatment, you can ask questions or request anything you need to feel more comfortable. Dr. Luana Badea is a board-certified dentist who provides preventive, general, and cosmetic dentistry services in Austin. With the help of her caring staff, Dr. Badea will ensure you have a smile that looks great and a mouth that’s healthy and happy!
Do I Need a Filling?
The most common reason for needing a filling is a cavity. If you have a cavity, a filling is necessary to restore the tooth and prevent pain. If you have other small chips or cracks, a filling might also be the best cosmetic dentistry treatment for you.
Dr. Badea will determine which cosmetic or restorative dentistry is best for you.
Give Us a Call Today!
Worried that you have a cavity? Concerned about the appearance or the function of your teeth? Don’t worry, we are here to help!
Call our office at your convenience to set up a consultation for tooth-colored fillings or any other dentistry service!