Nobody wants a mouthful of metal. Tooth-colored fillings repair cavities with a composite resin matched to the exact shade of your enamel, so your dental work stays your business.
Beyond looks, they bond directly to the tooth — reinforcing it rather than just plugging the hole — and they don't expand and contract with temperature the way metal does, which is gentler on the surrounding tooth over time.
One visit, in most cases. We numb the tooth, remove the decay, select the resin shade that matches your enamel, and sculpt the filling in layers. After curing and polishing, the repair is fully hardened — no waiting period, no special care needed.
For the vast majority of cavities, yes. Modern composites are dramatically stronger than early versions. For very large repairs, we may recommend a crown instead — and we'll explain exactly why.
Most plans cover composite fillings, at least at the amalgam rate. Our team will verify your benefits before treatment so there are no surprises.