Cavities are among the most common dental issues, and while a small cavity is often little more than a minor nuisance, neglecting it can allow decay to progress and require more extensive treatment down the road. Fortunately, gone are the days when treating a cavity meant a noticeable metal filling every time you smiled. For many patients in Bellevue, NE, tooth-colored fillings have been a game-changer, offering a discreet, natural-looking solution.
Tooth-colored fillings in Bellevue, NE, are made from a durable composite resin material designed to blend seamlessly with your natural tooth, offering an effective dental cavity treatment without the visible metal of traditional fillings.
What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Composite fillings are made from a tooth-colored resin material that is custom-shaded to match an individual’s natural tooth color. Once the shade is matched, the resin is applied, shaped, and hardened in place using a curing light. Composite material bonds directly to the tooth, restoring strength with less impact on its structure than traditional amalgam fillings (which contain a mixture of metals), all while remaining virtually invisible to the eye.
Blending Naturally With Your Smile
The most obvious advantage of natural-looking dental fillings is, as you’d expect, that they don't stand out. Because the shade is matched precisely to your surrounding teeth, composite fillings are especially well-suited for teeth that are prominent when you speak or smile.
Restore Your Smile With Tooth-Colored Fillings in Bellevue, NE
When treating a cavity with a tooth-colored filling, Dr. Jamar A. Anderson first removes the decayed portion of the tooth. He then applies the composite material directly into the prepared area, shaping and hardening it to match the natural contour and function. These dental fillings offer a long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing solution to tooth decay, typically lasting between 10 and 12 years with proper care.
So, if you're due for a cavity treatment or want to replace an older, visible filling, contact Dr. Jamar A. Anderson and the friendly, skilled Kennedy Dental team to schedule an evaluation!