Composite Fillings at Austin Dental Specialty: Benefits & Aesthetics

Dental caries and minor fractures can result in tooth defects that worsen over time if left untreated. Although metal restorations were previously employed, they had the potential to discolor and strain teeth due to their wedging impact. However, contemporary tooth-colored composites provide an exceptional alternative for addressing such defects. Composites, which blend exceptionally well into natural tooth structure, may be placed in thinner layers than metal, resulting in the preservation of more natural tooth material.

Composites perform both functional and cosmetic roles, frequently at the same time. For instance, a decay that has penetrated the front of a tooth along the gum line might be visible in your smile. By carefully cleaning away the soft, discolored portion of the tooth, the decay is prevented from destroying healthy mineral surfaces. When a composite matching the tooth’s color is shaped into place, it appears better than ever.

Composites include a combination of liquid resin infused with finely ground glass particles. Following the molding of the conditioned tooth structure, blue light applied directly to the composite causes it to solidify within seconds. The result is a restoration that is invisible, strong, smooth, and conservative, with a high gloss that reflects the natural enamel’s beauty. Contact our dental practice in Buda for high-quality composite fillings.