Tooth-colored, metal-free fillings:
Enjoy the cosmetic benefits of composite and so much more!
A natural and healthy tooth is white. The tooth material doesn’t irritate the gums. Over time, the natural tooth doesn’t produce dark discoloration at the gumline. The tooth withstands the forces placed on it from grinding down food and other functions. Natural and healthy teeth support oral and overall health and well-being by also supporting proper chewing function, digestion, and more. The tooth-colored fillings designed and placed by Dr. Nazia Ahmed at Pure Dental Care in New York City check all of these “boxes” or fundamental characteristics of natural, healthy teeth. So you can smile, laugh, and chew effortlessly and without worry.
Tooth-colored fillings demystified
When the decay process results in erosion of the natural tooth structure and produces small holes or “cavities,” Dr. Ahmed may recommend dental fillings. This type of restoration “fills in” the cavity. In turn, it restores the strength and structure of the tooth and supports a natural appearance and healthy function. Tooth-colored fillings are commonly made from a type of resin or “composite.” This blend of plastic and fine, glass-like particles can be matched to the color or shade of the rest of the tooth and its neighboring teeth. Composite is also highly biocompatible. As the term suggests, this material is compatible with biological tissues, such as the surrounding gums. Our patients with concerns or a history of sensitivities and allergic reactions to metals and other conventional dental materials can relax, knowing that their metal-free fillings are completely safe and will not present additional threats to their oral health and overall well-being.
Also, these fillings are bonded securely to the teeth due to the way the composite is applied. This characteristic supports the lasting durability of your treated tooth. Dr. Ahmed simply removes any damaged tissues and then applies the composite in thin layers. As each layer is applied to the cavity, it is hardened with a special LED light. All of this is done to a numbed tooth. So you won’t feel any discomfort.
Our patients at Pure Dental Care also appreciate that composite fillings are:
- Conservative, placed directly on the tooth and in a way that preserves healthy tissues
- Convenient, damage may be repaired in just one appointment
- Effective, filings stop the progression of dental decay and avoid the need for further, more aggressive treatments and potential tooth loss
- Versatile, as resin is the same material used in the dental bonding process to quickly, economically, and conservatively camouflage gaps, chips, and other cosmetic imperfections
Decay waits for no one! What starts as a small cavity can quickly progress to larger cavities that require “fuller coverage” dental crowns or to infections that demand root canal therapy or even extraction to resolve pain and restore health. If you are concerned about a tooth or are due for your checkup, schedule a consultation at our New York City office today. To speak with a team member in Manhattan, NY (Central Park South), call (212) - 256-1292.