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Thinking about visiting a Santa Cruz dentist? Even if you’re very careful about the health of your teeth, you might find that you need a filling or two. Cavities can develop slowly over the course of months or even years – every now and then, they might go unnoticed between dental checkups.
Getting a filling is fast and easy, but what about their appearance?
It wasn’t that long ago when getting a filling meant eventual discoloration that would stand out against the regular color of the tooth. Today’s most sought-after fillings blend into the surface of your teeth – that’s why they’re called tooth-colored fillings!
What’s the Big Difference Between Old-Fashioned Fillings and Tooth-Colored Ones?
When you go to the dentist, you want your teeth to look and feel their best.
A big part of that is getting cavities filled so they won’t get worse in the future. Many of today’s adults probably got at least one amalgam filling as a child. These fillings are made of several different metals, including silver and tin, which can turn dark when exposed to oxygen.
By contrast, the tooth-colored fillings at your Santa Cruz dentist won’t change shades in the future – at least, not any more than your teeth do!
A special resin that mimics the properties of tooth enamel is used to create these long-lasting fillings. Not only can they effectively match the color of a tooth being worked on, but they also age in a way that allows them to blend in with tooth enamel over time.
No matter how long you have them, they don’t get more obvious with age.
Tooth-Colored Fillings are Convenient and Easy to Care For
Tooth-colored fillings have a number of other great advantages, too:
- They can be used in the front or back of the mouth since they’re highly resistant to wear;
- They can be bonded to the tooth with very little removal of healthy tooth enamel;
- They adhere well to both enamel and dentin, making chipping and other damage unlikely.
While tooth-colored resin fillings are growing popular, Landmark Dental Group also offers a variety of other fillings, like gold and porcelain. These filling materials may be helpful in situations where there has already been significant loss of enamel due to decay or trauma.
Using the right fillings, even seriously damaged teeth can often be preserved.
If there’s major structural damage to the tooth, another type of restoration might be needed. Landmark Dental Group offers inlay, onlay, crowns, and much more. No matter the situation, we can meet your needs. Our team will review your options with you so you can make an informed decision.
At Landmark Dental Group, your trusted Santa Cruz dentist, you can get your tooth-colored fillings in a single, quick visit. To find out more or set an appointment, just contact us today. We look forward to helping you get the beautiful smile you want.
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