Composite Fillings in Westchester
A Durable, Natural-Looking Solution
In the past, dental fillings could stand out when placed on visible teeth. Silver amalgam fillings often darkened over time, affecting the natural look of your smile. Modern composite resin fillings provide a durable, natural-looking solution. Made from a durable blend of resin, porcelain, quartz, and glass, these fillings match tooth shade and structure while preventing future decay.
Composite Fillings: A Durable, Aesthetic Solution
Composite fillings are an important part of general dental care, helping restore teeth that have been affected by cavities, chips, or everyday wear. Unlike older silver fillings, composite restorations bond directly to your tooth and blend naturally with its color and texture. The material flexes slightly with temperature changes, helping protect your tooth from cracks or leaks over time.
Why Choose Composite Fillings?
Today's composite fillings combine aesthetics, strength, and versatility to deliver results that look and feel natural.
Aesthetic Appeal
Unlike traditional amalgam fillings, composite fillings match the natural color of your teeth, making them ideal for visible areas.
Durability & Flexibility
Composite fillings are made from durable resin combined with porcelain, quartz, or glass, making them resilient enough to handle the normal wear and tear of everyday chewing.
Strength
Composite fillings bond directly to the tooth structure, reinforcing the tooth and preventing further damage.
Versatility
These fillings are suitable for a wide range of dental issues, from treating cavities to repairing chips, fractures, or worn-down teeth.
Modern Advances in Composite Fillings
Today's restorations are stronger, more durable, and more aesthetically pleasing than ever before. With improved bonding techniques and advanced materials, composite fillings now mimic the natural color and sheen of your teeth more closely.
When Fillings, Inlays, and Onlays Aren't Enough
For extensive decay or damage requiring root canals, a dental crown may be needed to restore full function and protect the tooth. Crowns cover the entire tooth and provide a more durable solution. For tooth loss, dental implants are often the best option, as they replace both the tooth and the root for a long-lasting, stable restoration.
- Dental crowns for severely damaged teeth
- Dental implants for missing teeth
- Root canal therapy when decay reaches the pulp
- Full-mouth reconstruction for complex cases
Choosing the Right Restoration
Your dentist will evaluate your specific situation and recommend the best option based on the extent of damage, the tooth location, and your overall oral health goals.
Whether you need a simple filling or a more advanced restoration, our team takes the time to ensure your treatment meets your needs and looks natural.
Frequently Asked Questions
Composite fillings, inlays, and onlays are generally suitable for most people. However, they may not be ideal for patients with extensive tooth decay or those who suffer from severe teeth grinding (bruxism). Your dentist will evaluate your specific situation and recommend the best option.
Composite fillings are typically completed in one visit, which usually lasts about an hour. Inlays and onlays usually require two visits. The first visit involves preparing the tooth and taking impressions, while the second visit is when the custom inlay or onlay is placed.
After your procedure, you may experience some mild sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, especially within the first few days. This is normal and should subside within a short period.
After receiving composite fillings, inlays, or onlays, you can generally eat and drink right away. However, it is recommended to avoid very hot or cold foods and drinks for the first few hours.
Yes, these restorations can be repaired if they get damaged. A small crack or chip can typically be fixed by adding more material and reshaping the restoration.
Yes, other alternatives include amalgam fillings, which are durable but less aesthetic, and crowns, which are ideal for more severely damaged teeth.
The cost of composite fillings typically ranges from $150 to $500 per tooth, depending on the size and location of the cavity. Inlays and onlays are more expensive, generally ranging from $650 to $1,200 or more per tooth.
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