Why Hewitt Residents Are Making the Switch to Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings are the go-to choice these days for many of our patients in Hewitt. But it wasn’t always like this. Earlier, silver (amalgam) fillings were the popular choice. So what made them switch? Of course, aesthetics are a big reason, but there are many other benefits of tooth-colored fillings that make them a popular choice.
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What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings Made of?
There are different materials available. But the most commonly used material is composite resin. Composite is a mixture of resin and glass particles. It has a very natural finish. With composite, we can treat cavities as well as improve the overall look of your teeth.
Why People Are Choosing Composite Fillings
They are nearly invisible
A main reason why many Hewitt residents opt for tooth-colored fillings is their cosmetic appeal. That’s something you can’t have with silver fillings. Their metallic look stands out. It’s easy to notice even from a distance.
Composite resin fillings are different. We shade-match the exact shade of your teeth. And the filling material blends in so perfectly that many of our patients themselves are unable to tell it apart from the tooth.
Less tooth preparation needed
This approach is more conservative. We know that most patients want the healthy tooth structure to remain intact as much as possible. That’s exactly our preference as well.
For silver fillings, a considerable part of the tooth structure has to be trimmed. But for a tooth-colored filling, we only need to trim the part of the tooth that is decayed or clearly damaged. The healthy enamel remains intact.
Mercury-free fillings
Silver fillings contain mercury. Although the American Dental Association states that amalgam fillings are safe, they’re still a health concern for many. Composite fillings are completely mercury-free. You can have peace of mind while getting this treatment done.
They fix more than just cavities
Many people assume fillings are just for fixing cavities, and generally that’s true. But composite fillings do more than that. The tooth-colored resin material can also correct small cosmetic issues like a chipped tooth or an uneven edge. Our patients in Hewitt love how their teeth’ appearance improves afterward.
You get long-term results
Aesthetics are one benefit. Apart from that, patients also want the treatment results to last a long time. That’s exactly what you get with composite fillings. They can withstand routine biting and chewing forces. When cared for, these fillings last 7 to 10 years or even longer.
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Summing Up
The main appeal of composite fillings is their natural look, but many patients also love them for their durability and conservative approach. These are the reasons why many people are now choosing composite over amalgam.
If you need a cavity filling, consult our dental experts at Ace Dental of Hewitt today. Contact our team to get started!
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Aditi Gupta, D.D.S.
Dr. Aditi Gupta is a renowned family dentist, specializing in general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry at ACE Dental with 9 locations across central Texas. She has been an esteemed practitioner for over 12 years and earned her board certification from the American Board of General Dentistry as well as memberships in both the American Dental Association and Texas Dental Association.