Olmos Park Dental Repairs Tooth Damage and Decay with Composite Dental Fillings

For many years, amalgam fillings were the go-to solution for treating tooth decay. However, as patients have become more aware of the potential risks associated with mercury in amalgam fillings, there has been a growing demand for safer, more aesthetically pleasing alternatives.

As a dental office with a holistic approach to dentistry, mercury fillings have no place in our office. Olmos Park Dental offers composite fillings made from tooth-colored and toxic-free materials. These composite fillings are safe, so you don’t have to worry about mercury, BPA, and other toxins. Plus, they blend seamlessly with your teeth— no silver spots or dark lines when you smile.

What should I expect from dental filling treatment?

Placing a dental filling is a routine treatment in our office. It’s quick, painless, and minimally invasive. The treatment starts with a quick scan of your tooth to ensure the damage isn’t too pronounced for a filling. Otherwise, we’ll recommend a dental crown or other suitable restoration.

Next, the dentist gently removes the decayed/damaged portions of the tooth and cleans the area thoroughly to remove all the infections. Our dentist applies composite resin to your tooth, rebuilding its shape and size to its pre-damage state. The next step is to shine a special curing light on the filling material, hardening it in minutes. Finally, we’ll trim the rough edges and reshape your filling until your bite feels natural. Your filling will be polished to shine, and you’ll leave our office with a beautiful, cavity-free smile.

Dental fillings are maintained like other teeth to ensure they last long and look good. Maintain optimal oral hygiene by brushing and flossing your teeth diligently. Also, visit your dentist regularly for cleanings and check-ups. Since composites can be stained, avoid smoking and staining foods.

What are the benefits of composite fillings?

Thanks to tooth-colored fillings, silver, unsightly fillings are a thing of the past. Stop hiding your mouth when smiling or talking. Our composite fillings repair your tooth to ensure it looks and functions as it should without compromising your natural allure.

Here are the many benefits of composite fillings.

  • Aesthetics: Composite fillings are colored like natural teeth to restore your tooth without leaving any evidence of dental work. This aesthetic appeal means composite fillings can restore teeth, even those within the smile zone.
  • Safety: Composite fillings don’t contain BPA, mercury, and other toxins, so you don’t need to worry about their safety.
  • Minimally invasive: It only takes removing a small amount of your healthy tooth structure to restore your tooth with composite fillings. Preserving your natural tooth structure as much as possible is essential for maintaining your tooth’s long-term health and functionality.
  • Durability: With proper care, composite fillings can last as many as ten years. They are durable enough to withstand the daily chewing and grinding forces of your back teeth, making them a reliable and long-lasting option for dental restorations.

What about amalgam fillings in my mouth?

Do you have old amalgams in your teeth? Don’t worry! We can take them out safely and replace them with safe composite fillings. We remove amalgam fillings with the SMART protocol developed by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. We follow the process with precision, never cutting corners or rushing through any steps.

Is it time for a beautiful tooth filling?

Do you need to restore your smile with a composite filling? It’s easy! Call (210) 767-3525 to schedule an appointment with Olmos Park Dental. Our composite filling treatment is straightforward and painless.