Modern tooth-colored fillings treat cavities while blending in with the surrounding tooth, so a treated tooth doesn't stand out the way an old metal filling would. Catching and filling a cavity early is almost always simpler and less costly than waiting.
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If it's been a while since your last checkup, a routine exam will catch anything worth treating early.
You may be a good candidate if any of the following sound familiar. A consultation will confirm what's right for your specific case.
Before recommending fillings, we start with a full evaluation of your teeth and goals, so the plan fits your case rather than a standard script.
Your plan accounts for your timeline, comfort, and priorities, and is walked through with you before any treatment begins.
We take the time to explain each step and answer questions as they come up, rather than rushing through the appointment.
Aftercare and follow-up are part of the plan from the start, not an afterthought once treatment is finished.
Yes, modern fillings are tooth-colored and blended to match the surrounding tooth, unlike older metal fillings.
Most fillings are completed in a single, routine visit.
Not necessarily — if they're intact and not causing issues, they can often stay. We'll flag it if one shows signs of wear or leakage.
The area is numbed beforehand, so the procedure itself is typically not painful — some mild sensitivity afterward is normal and temporary.
With good oral hygiene, tooth-colored fillings commonly last years before needing replacement, though this varies by location and bite pressure.
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