Bonding and Tooth Colored Filings Houston Heights 77007
Tooth-Colored Options for Cavities and Repairs
When it comes to tooth repair, you have cosmetic options available to blend any repair into your smile. Composite resin is used in both tooth-colored fillings and bonding to hide the evidence of tooth repair. Whether you need a cavity filled or want to fix a dental flaw, you can choose to have your dental work match your teeth when you visit us at Pearl Dentistry. We offer both bonding and fillings that are color-matched to your existing teeth to blend into your smile.
Composite Resin for Tooth Repairs
Composite resin is a synthetic material that is used in many different types of dental repairs. The material can be a combination of several elements, including ceramics, plastics and glass. This dental resin is safe and durable, making it ideal for both fillings and as a bonding material.
Fillings are typically used to “fill” areas where tooth has been removed due to decay or damage. Most children get fillings when they get cavities, as do adults. While metal or amalgam fillings are commonly used, they change the color of your teeth. Resin fillings can perform the same function while matching the color of your teeth for aesthetic purposes.
Bonding is used to repair teeth. When you have a cracked or chipped tooth, bonding can be used to hold the tooth together or to replace missing tooth material. Bonding can also be used for cosmetic purposes to hide flaws and imperfections.
Benefits of Using Resin for Dental Fillings
While metal fillings are strong and durable, they have cosmetic drawbacks. The metal is very noticeable, even in back molars. Composite resin can offer a durable filling material that is almost impossible to detect on your teeth. This allows you to have a completely white smile, even when you have several fillings in place. This can improve the appearance of your smile and make you feel more confident when you show your pearly whites.
Composite resin has been used for decades for fillings, but until recently, was only used on anterior or front teeth. Amalgam or metal fillings were thought to be more durable for molars that need to withstand heavy pressure during chewing. However, advancements in dental technology have made tooth-colored fillings more durable; the resin allows flexibility and can put less stress on the tooth while keeping it white in color. They also tend to last longer than some metal fillings that can fall out and need replacement.
Another reason some patients choose composite resin fillings over amalgam/metal fillings is due to the mercury content in amalgam fillings. Although the mercury in amalgam fillings should not enter the body while the filling is intact, some people prefer not to take the risk. We can replace old amalgam fillings with new tooth-colored resin that has no mercury and blends perfectly into your smile.
Types of Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Do you have a chipped tooth or a gap between your teeth you want fixed? Dental bonding may be the answer. While you can use dental crowns, veneers, inlays or inlays to repair cosmetic issues, this can take longer and be more expensive. Dental bonding is a fast and affordable option to repair teeth and hide dental flaws. Cosmetic dental bonding can be used for:
- Repairing or filling cracks
- Repairing chips on teeth
- Filling gaps between teeth
- Covering discolorations or other dental flaws
Advantages of Tooth-Colored Bonding
Unlike many other dental procedures to correct these issues, dental bonding can usually be completed in one visit to our office. Many crowns, inlays, onlays and veneers must be created in a laboratory out of porcelain or ceramics, taking more time and expense. You can save hundreds, even thousands of dollars using bonding versus some of the other options available and have results the same day.
The resin in the bonding material can be color-matched to your teeth to make it nearly impossible to see the bonded areas. Also, the process for dental bonding is quick and painless. The resin is applied in layers and cured using a special light. Our cosmetic dentists will shape the bonding material to look and feel natural. When the repair is completed, the surface will be smoothed and blended to match the surface of the tooth. Bonding can last for many years making it economical and durable.
Are White Fillings or Bonding Right for You?
If you prefer to keep your smile white and want an affordable way to repair cosmetic issues, come talk to us about our white filling and bonding options. Our talented cosmetic dentists at Pearl Dentistry can use tooth-colored resin to complete many tooth repairs without leaving a metal filling or other evidence behind. Fix chips, cavities, cracks and gaps – cover discolorations and stains – all with one visit to our office in Houston.
Why Choose Pearl Dentistry for Bonding and Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Our team at Pearl Dentistry truly cares about you and your smile. We offer options to improve your smile like bonding and tooth-colored fillings in a comfortable, personal setting in our office. Our cosmetic dentistry uses the latest technology and techniques to improve the beauty and health of your smile. Call today to schedule your consultation to learn more about bonding, tooth-colored fillings and all our cosmetic dentistry services. We’re the cosmetic dentist in the Sawyer Heights Village.