Experience the Benefits of Composite Fillings
Composite fillings are an effective solution for treating cavities and restoring oral health. While there are various types of fillings available, composite fillings are the most popular choice due to their natural look and strong durability.
If you have a cavity that needs a filling, composite fillings might be the right choice for you. Composite fillings are offered at Lifetime Dental and Implant Center in Katy, TX and the surrounding areas. To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, call us today at (281) 628-2688.
Composite Fillings for Aesthetic and Affordable Care
Composite fillings are made from a tooth-colored resin that blends plastic with additives, and sometimes glass particles, to create a natural-looking solution for cavities. While they are primarily used to treat cavities, they can also be utilized to reshape and enhance the appearance of a tooth. Other filling options include gold, porcelain, and silver amalgam. However, metal fillings are more noticeable, while porcelain fillings, though similar in color to natural teeth, can be expensive. For many patients, composite fillings offer the ideal balance of aesthetics, cost-effectiveness, and durability.
Why Composite Fillings Are a Great Choice?
Composite fillings are an excellent solution for patients with tooth decay. A survey by the National Institute of Health found that 92% of adults between the ages of 20 and 64 experience tooth decay. Composite fillings provide several benefits:
- Fix Decay and Other Issues: Composite fillings address tooth decay and can also repair cracks, chips, and tooth wear, restoring the tooth’s function and health.
- Subtle Aesthetics: Composite fillings are discreet and can be color-matched to the surrounding teeth, offering a natural look preferred by many patients.
- Strong Bonding to Teeth: Composite fillings bond well with the treated tooth, strengthening and supporting the remaining natural tooth while preventing or slowing further damage.
- Minimal Drilling Needed: Compared to other filling types, such as silver amalgam, composite fillings require minimal drilling. They fit into small cavity spaces, allowing you to keep more of your natural tooth structure.
Improve Your Smile With a Filling
Fillings are commonly needed for various reasons, with tooth decay being the most frequent cause. They offer a minimally invasive solution to address decay, cracks, chips, and wear on teeth. Fillings can also be used to fill small holes not caused by decay or to improve the appearance of misshapen or discolored teeth.
While fillings are often required by patients of all ages, children with primary teeth typically need them less. A National Institute of Health survey found that 85% of adults have had at least one filling by age 34. The need for fillings can depend on individual oral hygiene habits.
