Tooth-Colored Fillings – Brooklyn, NY

You may not want to hear that you have a cavity, but you don’t have to worry about a dark filling blemishing your smile. Dr. Sapienza uses tooth-colored fillings, so no one will know you’ve had a cavity treated. White fillings don’t contain any metals to provide a biocompatible solution that looks natural. Dr. Sapienza can improve both the health and appearance of your smile with a tooth-colored filling.

What are Tooth-Colored Fillings?

A tooth-colored filling, also known as a white filling, is made from a mixture of composite resin materials. Dr. Sapienza can blend different shades of these materials to perfectly match the natural color of your tooth. The resin is completely metal-free to support your overall wellness. There’s no risk of long-term mercury exposure or allergic reactions. Although the fillings are metal-free, they are durable and can last for 10 years or longer with the right care, like brushing and flossing.

The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling

White fillings are made of composite resin, so there’s less tooth preparation. Wedges aren’t cut into your tooth to support the filling. In other words, you will endure less drilling to retain more of your tooth’s original structure. This way, once the filling is in place, your tooth is less likely to weaken over time to avoid future complications.

After your initial consultation, you’ll be scheduled for your procedure. Your dentist may use a numbing medication to keep you comfortable as decay is removed from your tooth. Your tooth is rinsed and dried before a weak acid is applied to it to open the pores in your enamel to create a strong bonding surface. Your tooth is rinsed again before the resin is applied. Once it is sculpted into the ideal shape, a special dental light is used to harden it quickly.

The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings

A tooth-colored filling will blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile. In addition to having a more pleasing and natural appearance, composite resin does not contain any mercury or metals, which is great for patients who have metal sensitivities. You won’t have to worry about your tooth darkening over time, either. Overall, tooth-colored fillings offer many advantages not possible with amalgam, including:

• Look and Feel Natural
• Support General Wellness
• Effective and Durable
• Convenient
• Minimally Invasive
• Affordable

Dr. Sapienza and the staff at The Dental Spa of New York can repair a cavity or replace an old filling with a composite resin. Request an appointment through our website or call our office at (718) 866-4742.