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Posts for: January, 2019

What Are Tooth Colored Fillings

By The Family Dentist
January 23, 2019
Category: Dental Procedures
Tags: Tooth-Colored Fillings  

Tooth Colored FillingsOnce upon a time, having cavities meant having a mouth full of silver. But like most dental technology, cavity treatments have come a long way, and getting a filling no longer means sacrificing the cosmetic quality of your smile. Tooth-colored fillings are designed to match the color and texture of a natural tooth so that your cavities can be filled effectively and discreetly for a healthy and attractive smile. Dr. Alexander Smith, your dentist in Westminster, CO, offers cosmetic and general dentistry services for children and adults.

 

Protect Your Oral Health and Smile with Tooth Colored Fillings in Westminster, CO

As the American Dental Association (ADA) points out, the best filling is no filling. Although cavities and tooth decay are one of the most common dental problems, they are also highly preventable. The best way to fight them is by eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, maintaining a good oral hygiene routine which includes both daily flossing as well as visiting the dentist every six months for a checkup and professional cleaning.

However, when cavities do happen, getting them treated as quickly as possible is the best way to save both your tooth and your smile. Also known as composite fillings, tooth-colored fillings are made out of a combination of materials (known as composite resins) like plastic and silica. Tooth colored fillings can be used on the front or back teeth, and are generally the filling of choice and used more frequently than amalgam (metallic) fillings.

The average shelf life for a composite filling tends to be shorter than with metallic fillings, at an average of five years, but each situation is different and they can actually last for much longer. After you receive a filling, continuing to practice oral hygiene and preventive care to keep your teeth and gums healthy and to avoid further tooth decay and damage.

 

Find a Dentist in Westminster, CO

For more information about tooth-colored fillings and other cosmetic and restorative dentistry services, contact The Family Dentist by calling (303) 427-8690 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smith today.


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