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Cavities, chips and damaged fillings can affect how teeth look and work. Tooth-coloured composite resin repairs suitable areas and blends with nearby teeth. At our Terwillegar practice, we examine the tooth, explain material choices and discuss whether a composite filling suits your needs.
Tooth-coloured fillings use composite resin shaped and set in a tooth to repair decay or minor damage. Your dentist considers the tooth’s condition, location and bite before treatment.
Tooth decay and minor fractures can weaken a tooth without causing much pain. Composite fillings may restore affected areas when enough healthy structure remains. Your dentist examines the damage and explains whether a filling or another treatment is appropriate.
Composite fillings repair damaged teeth. Treatment depends on the extent of damage, tooth structure and biting.
A filling visit involves preparing the tooth, placing composite resin and checking the final result. The steps may vary depending on the size and location of the cavity and the tooth being treated.
Not every sensitive or damaged tooth needs a filling. Your dentist reviews symptoms, findings and existing dental work before suggesting treatment. Some concerns may need monitoring or another restorative option.
We examine your teeth, discuss materials and explain treatment before it begins. Planning considers remaining tooth structure, biting forces and your individual oral health needs.
Patients may ask about composite fillings, appearance, durability and placement. These answers cover common concerns, but a dentist must assess the tooth before suggesting treatment.
Composite resin can repair many cavities and small chips, but how long it lasts depends on the filling’s size, position, your bite and daily habits. Heavy chewing may cause it to wear or crack sooner than some metal fillings. A dentist can discuss the strengths and limits of each material.
Freezing may reduce discomfort while decay is removed and the tooth prepared. Use depends on cavity depth, treatment and sensitivity. Some temporary sensitivity after a filling is possible. Call your dentist if pain is severe, gets worse or continues.