Restoring Your Tooth, Not Just Patching It
Finding a cavity can be frustrating, but treating it shouldn't be. Our team at Aspenwood Dental views fillings as more than just plugging a hole or stopping the pain. It is an opportunity to restore your tooth to its original strength and beauty. We use tooth-colored (composite) materials to leave you with a dental filling that doesn't look like a filling.
Unlike traditional metal fillings, which required the removal of more of your healthy tooth structure to keep the metal in place, composite resin bonds directly to your tooth. This means we can preserve more of your natural enamel, strengthening the tooth from the inside out while leaving no trace of dental work behind.
Rebuild The Smile You Had
For decades, silver amalgam was the standard. To get you out of pain and back to a functional smile, you may have had restorative work done in the past that's left you with a tooth that stands out for the wrong reasons.
We can replace your amalgam filling and give your tooth back its full strength and luster, in as little as a single visit. With a strong, durable bond designed to withstand the daily forces of biting and chewing, your smile will feel like your own for years to come.
Finding the Right Solution for You
We believe in empowering you with choices, not just telling you what you need. While composite fillings are excellent for small-to-medium areas of decay, they aren't the only tool in our kit.
If a tooth has significant damage, a large old filling, or a crack, a standard filling might not offer enough support. In those cases, we might recommend an inlay, onlay, or dental crown. These are stronger porcelain restorations designed to withstand heavy chewing forces. During your exam, we will show you exactly what we see (often using digital images) so we can decide together which option supports your long-term oral health best.
What to Expect During Your Visit
We know your time is valuable. A composite filling is typically a single-visit procedure. After ensuring you are completely numb and comfortable, we gently remove the decay and clean the area. We then layer the tooth-colored resin into the space, curing it with a special light to harden it instantly.
Finally, we artistically shape and polish the filling to match the natural contours of your bite. You can leave our Aurora office ready to eat, speak, and smile with confidence, knowing your tooth is healthy and secure.
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