Tooth-coloured fillings treat cavities and small chips in teeth. They are made of a combination of silica fillers and plastic resins. Tooth-coloured fillings are also called composite or white fillings. Unlike silver amalgam used in the past, composite fillings blend in with the colour of your teeth, and they do not contain any metal or mercury.
The silica and plastic in tooth-coloured fillings mimic certain qualities of natural teeth, like translucency and resistance to wear. Not only are tooth-coloured fillings aesthetic, but they also help strengthen teeth.
How Is a Dental Filling Placed?
Your dentist in Dunedin, Otago first ensures you’re comfortable before the treatment and then prepares the tooth to receive the filling. We then place the composite material in thin layers to fill the cavity in the tooth. This also helps rebuild the tooth’s structure. Next, we use a special light to harden the composite, which makes it more durable against biting and chewing forces. Finally, we shape and polish the tooth for a smooth and seamless finish.
Contact Us for Tooth-Coloured Fillings in Dunedin, Otago
If you have a cavity or small chip in your tooth, our Dunedin dentists can restore your smile’s beauty and function. We invite you to contact Bell Hill Dental today to learn more about tooth-coloured fillings and how they can help you.
