TOOTH COLOURED FILLING

Name: Adina's Dental Cosmetics - Shepparton Dentist
Address: 11 Nixon St, Shepparton, VIC, 3630, AU
Telephone: (03) 5821 2388

Natural-Looking Solutions

Tooth-coloured fillings, also known as composite fillings, are a modern solution for restoring teeth damaged by decay, cracks, or minor fractures. Unlike traditional metal fillings, composite fillings are made from a durable resin material that closely matches the natural colour of your teeth, ensuring a seamless and aesthetically pleasing result. These fillings not only restore the tooth’s structure and function but also blend harmoniously with your smile, offering a discreet and long-lasting alternative for dental repairs. Perfect for those who value both health and appearance, tooth-coloured fillings provide strength, protection, and a natural look all in one.

Seamless Tooth Restoration with Composite Fillings

The decayed portion of the tooth is removed to eliminate damage and ensure a healthy base. The dentist then carefully prepares the tooth, creating a clean, stable foundation for the composite resin to adhere to.

Next, a tooth-coloured composite resin is applied in thin layers to the prepared area. Each layer is meticulously placed and hardened using a specialised dental curing light, which strengthens the resin and ensures its durability over time.

The composite material is then expertly sculpted and shaped to recreate the natural contours of the tooth. This step ensures the filling not only blends seamlessly with the surrounding teeth but also restores the tooth’s functionality and aesthetic appeal. The result is a smooth, natural-looking finish that enhances your smile while preserving the health and strength of your tooth.

Filling Aftercare Instructions

The dentist will ensure the composite filling looks and functions as intended before the appointment concludes.

Maintaining optimal oral hygiene including regular checkup and cleans reduces the likelihood of secondary decays. This is essential to detection and treatment of cavities early, reducing the need for more extensive treatments.

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FAQs

What are Composite Fillings?
Composite fillings are a good alternative to amalgam fillings. They are suitable for repairing and rebuilding both the front and the back teeth due to how well they colour match and their improved strength and quality.
What are nlays?
Inlays are the fillings that remain within the confines of the cusp tips of the tooth, made by ‘’Indirect technique’’ using materials like ceramics or composites (previously gold) in order to withstand the grinding pressure of the back teeth.

The Indirect technique involves fabricating the restoration outside of the mouth usually in the dental laboratory using dental impressions of the prepared tooth and then are fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place.Inlays are the fillings that remain within the confines of the cusp tips of the tooth, made by ‘’Indirect technique’’ using materials like ceramics or composites (previously gold) in order to withstand the grinding pressure of the back teeth.

The Indirect technique involves fabricating the restoration outside of the mouth usually in the dental laboratory using dental impressions of the prepared tooth and then are fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place.
What are Onlays?
An onlay is the restoration similar to an inlay and uses the same materials, except that it incorporates a replacement for a tooth cusp by covering the area where the missing cusp would be. They are much stronger than any other type of filling and actually increase the strength of the tooth.