Restorative Dentistry
Non-Metal Fillings
Tooth-colored composite fillings that repair decay while blending perfectly with your smile.
Non-metal fillings use tooth-colored composite resin to restore teeth with small cavities while keeping the restoration natural-looking.
What do non-metal fillings do?
Tooth-colored composites are described as safer, stronger, more attractive, and more enduring alternatives to metal. Composite fillings are more conservative than metal restorations and require less drilling and loss of healthy tooth structure.
Benefits
- Blends naturally with your existing tooth color
- Bonds directly to the tooth for added support
- Requires less removal of healthy tooth structure than old metal fillings
- Does not contain mercury or metal components
What should I expect with non-metal fillings?
Dr. Todd will ensure you are completely numb and comfortable. He will carefully remove the decay, clean the area, and layer the tooth-colored composite. The filling is hardened with a special light and polished so it feels perfectly smooth.
