Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-Colored Fillings in Boca Raton, FL
Tooth-colored composite fillings repair cavities with a material matched to your own enamel, so the repair blends in completely instead of showing as a gray metal patch.
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What Is Included
- Examination and x-rays to find the full extent of the cavity
- Composite material chosen to match your enamel shade
- A filling bonded closely to the tooth for strength
- A bite check and polish before you leave
- Back to your normal day right after the procedure, in most cases
How It Works
- Book a visit; the tooth is examined and the cavity is confirmed.
- The decayed area is cleaned out and prepared.
- The composite is placed, shaped, hardened, and polished to match.
Good to Know
Composite fillings are stronger and more resistant to plaque, breakage, and temperature change than many older materials, and unlike older fillings they do not change size and work loose over time. Cavities rarely hurt early, so a dark spot or new sensitivity is reason enough to book.
Questions, answered first
Tooth-Colored Fillings Questions
What is a tooth-colored filling made of?
It is a composite material designed to act like healthy enamel. Modern composites are strong and resistant to plaque, breakage, and temperature changes, and they bond closely to the tooth itself. Because the material is tooth colored, the filling blends into your mouth so seamlessly that it looks as if it was never there.
Why not just use a metal filling?
Metal fillings do the basic job, but they stay highly visible every time you open your mouth, and older materials could change size over time and work loose. A composite filling matches your enamel in color, connects more closely to the tooth, and supports your overall oral health without the gray patch that reminds you of the repair.
How soon can I get back to my day afterward?
Right away, in most cases. Patients are able to return to their normal day after a composite filling is placed. The team will tell you if your specific case needs any short-term care, such as waiting for numbness to wear off before eating, before you leave the office.
How do I know if I need a filling?
Sometimes you will not know. Cavities often cause no pain until they are advanced, which is why regular exams and x-rays matter. Sensitivity to sweet, hot, or cold foods, a visible dark spot, or food catching in the same place are all worth a visit. Dr. Pechan will examine the tooth and explain exactly what he finds.
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