Composite Dental Fillings

Tooth-colored, durable, and beautifully natural restorations.

At Summit Village Dental, we believe that treating the cavity shouldn’t take away from the smile. Our composite fillings offer wonderful protections in strength and durability while blending well with natural teeth, all in the course of one visit.

Restore strength. Preserve beauty. Smile confidently.

What Are Composite Dental Fillings?

Composite tooth fillings are placed out of a cloth called composite resin that bonds directly to your tooth. Unlike the silver (amalgam) fillings of past, composite fillings are built to be the color of your natural tooth, thus appearing almost invisible.

They work well for:

  • Penetrating a cavity (decay of tooth)
  • Chipping of tooth, broken tooth
  • Removing old metal fillings
  • Fine arrangement to correct form or aesthetic spaces

Why Choose Composite Fillings?

  • They look like your real tooth; aesthetic appeal
  • Strong bond- It bonds to the tooth for reinforcement.
  • Mercury-free- safe, modern, and biocompatible.
  • Fast procedure-majority are done within 45 minutes.

The Composite Filling Process

Here’s what your treatment will look like at Summit Village Dental:

1. Examination & X-Rays

We examine the affected tooth and confirm with digital X-rays whether filling will be needed.

2. Gentle Cleaning

Any decayed material is gently taken away under local anesthesia to make it perfectly comfortable for the client.

3. Tooth Preparation

The surface is then prepared for bonding.

4. Filling Application

Resin is first applied in layers and sculpted.

5. Final Shaping & Polishing

The bite is adjusted and evaluated for comfort, finishing up with polishing to provide a smooth natural feeling.

All set! You had a stronger and beautiful tooth.”

When Do You Need a Composite Filling?

  • A toothache from biting   
  • A sensitivity to sudden changes in temperature or to sweet food      
  • Visible holes, or sometimes dark spots on the tooth surface
  • Edges may chip, or the teeth may appear worn
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Composite Fillings vs. Amalgam Fillings

Feature

Composite Fillings

Amalgam Fillings

Appearance

Tooth-colored

Silver/Metallic

Material

Resin-based

Mercury alloy

Bonding

Bonds to tooth

Does not bond

Durability

5–10 years

10–15 years

Use

Front & back teeth

Typically back teeth

Mercury-Free

Yes

No


Today, composite is the preferred choice for most patients because it offers the perfect mix of strength and beauty.

Are Composite Fillings Safe?

Yes. Composite fillings are:

  •       Mercury-free
  •       Biocompatible
  •       Safe to be used in children and pregnant women
 

We use only top-quality resin materials that are BPA-free, to benefit the environment, your safety, and long-lasting dental health.

How Long Do Composite Fillings Last?

With the correct regimen of oral hygiene and dental check-ups:

  • Smaller fillings may even have a longer lifetime
  • We suggest that hard candies, chewing ice, and any sort of grinding habit be avoided so their life can be preserved

Smile with Confidence – Book Your Appointment Today!

If you have a cavity, crack, or old metal filling, a composite dental filling is the safe, modern solution. Let us restore your tooth’s strength and beauty in just one easy visit.

FAQs

1. Are composite fillings painful?
Not at all. We numb the area down there, gently work on it so you feel relaxed and comfortable all through.

2. How long does the procedure take?
Usually it is 30 to 45 minutes per tooth, but there are cases when several fillings can be performed in one visit.

3. Can old metallic fillings be replaced by composite?
Yes, they can, mostly because the patient wants to make his or her old silver amalgam fillings much more natural in appearance.

4. Do these fillings stain over the years?
They are considered bonding stain resistant; however, some mild discoloration due to exposure to heavy use of coffee, wine, or tobacco should be expected.

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