Rebuild Your Tooth and Restore Your Smile with Tooth-colored Fillings
Cracks or cavities can happen to anyone, but the easy solution is dental fillings in Kalispell, Montana. Alpine Family Dental practices safe dentistry, so any restoration we put in your mouth is created from toxic-free and biocompatible materials.
Do you have a cavity or minor tooth damage? Drs. Even Olson and Autumn Chapman use the latest materials and techniques to preserve your teeth, ensuring your fillings are natural-looking and long-lasting. Rather than using outdated amalgams, our office provides composite fillings, known for their exceptional aesthetics, safety, and durability.
When do you need a filling?
Fillings restore teeth’ function and aesthetics when damaged, whether from an accident, stress, or decay. A tooth filling is a conservative treatment that prevents further damage and protects teeth, stopping dental issues.
Some reasons you may need a dental filling include:
- Superficial cracks and chips
- Wear and tear
- Discoloration or staining
- Minor gaps
What is the process of getting a dental filling placed?
Placing dental fillings is a routine procedure at our office. The treatment is fast, conservative, and painless. Unless otherwise noted, a tooth filling requires a single dental visit. The procedure starts with a consultation to determine the extent of tooth damage. If only a filling is needed, the dentist gently removes the damaged portions after numbing your mouth with local anesthetics.
Then, we’ll clean and sanitize the tooth until all the infection is gone. The next step is to fill your tooth with composite resin and reshape it to the desired shape. Then, we’ll harden the filling with a curing light and adjust your filling until your bite feels natural. Finally, the filling will be polished to shine, and you can now eat painlessly and smile confidently.
Dental fillings don’t need any special maintenance. Brush and floss them just like your natural teeth. Wear a bespoke mouthguard if you grind your teeth and keep off staining substances like smoking because composites are easily discolored. Lastly, don’t forget regular cleanings and check-ups with your dentist.
What are the benefits of tooth-colored dental fillings?
While fillings can be created from several materials, we only use composite fillings for the reasons below.
- Aesthetics: We are past the days of obvious gold or silver-colored fillings. While they serve their purpose, metal fillings are unsightly, creating a dark line on teeth as they age. Composite fillings are made from tooth-colored materials shaded to resemble natural enamel. The results are virtually undetectable, essential for fillings placed in visible areas, like the front teeth.
- Conservative: Unlike metal fillings, composite fillings don’t require significant removal of your tooth’s healthy structure. Leaving as much of your healthy structure intact ensures your tooth lasts many years.
- Durability: Although composite fillings are metal-free, they are incredibly long-lasting. With proper care, which includes diligent at-home oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, composite fillings can last up to 10 years.
Are you interested in tooth-colored fillings?
At Alpine Family Dental, we think long-term. Our fillings are created to last, and the materials are clinically safe. Do you suspect you have a crack, cavity, or other problem that needs a filling? Call (406) 393-8877 to reserve an appointment with our dental team.
