White Fillings

Restore the beauty of your smile in as little as 10 minutes!

White filling, also known as composite resin, is a mixture of tooth-colored plastic filled with silicon oxide (glass) used to fill cavities or tooth decay.

The filling restores damaged parts of teeth, prevent further damage, and return it to its normal function. More importantly, white filling makes the restoration look more natural as it matches the color of the teeth.

White Fillings Innovation
In the past, White Fillings are used only in front teeth because they are not strong enough to withstand the pressure and daily wear produced at the back teeth. (Amalgam ’silver’ filling is used for back teeth.) Today, since composite resin has been significantly improved, White Fillings can be used on every part of the teeth whether at the front or in the back. Moreover, White Fillings are no longer used exclusively to replace tooth decay and cavities. They are now one of the primary restorative dental treatment options to reshape disfigured teeth and improve the color of the teeth.

White filling compared to amalgam ’silver’ filling:

Aesthetics – Since White Fillings match the shade of your teeth, no one can notice that your teeth have it. So you don’t have to be conscious that others will see the restoration every time you smile.

Longevity – Small- and mid-size restoration usually last between 7 to 10 years. This is relatively the same with amalgam ’silver’ fillings.

Durability – The question regarding the strength of White Fillings is no longer an issue. Since it was first used in the 60s, composite resin has been improved to withstand daily wear.

Strength – White Fillings bond with tooth. As a result, the original strength of the tooth is restored. Alternately, amalgam weakens teeth, making it more susceptible to fracture or breaking.

Quick Result – A White Filling can be done in as little as 10 minutes. So you don’t have to take the day off from work just to visit your dentist.

If you think you need a White Filling to replace cavities or tooth decay, to reshape disfigured teeth, or improve the color of your teeth, or if you want your existing amalgam ’silver’ filling to be replaced, make an appointment with Dr. Monica Crooks or visit her clinic in Sacramento, California.