White Composite Fillings Brick Township

Enjoy a More Natural Smile with Tooth Colored Dental Fillings

Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic health conditions. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent it, and in cases where decay is unavoidable, a dental filling is an affordable, natural-looking, and safe solution. Not only are our fillings some of the most aesthetic restorations available today, they are also Flouride Free, Metal Free and BPA Free. These restorations appear white in color, and are strong and long-lasting.

Dental Fillings—The Best Solution for Tooth Restoration

At Holistic Dental Center of Brick, we rely on high-quality materials, latest technology, and advanced techniques to create restorations for our patients that last a lifetime. Our goal is to create results that are designed to be virtually undetectable. We use tooth-colored fillings as restorations when our patients have:

• Tooth decay
• Chipped teeth
• Cracked teeth

How do I know if I need a filling?

If you are experiencing discomfort in your teeth, you may be a good candidate for a filling. Teeth sensitivity is an effective indicator of decay or fracture. When you come in for an evaluation, Dr. Tortora, Dr. Shah, Dr. Shah, Dr. Baptiste, Dr. Elia or Dr. Caba direct you to the appropriate dental treatment for your situation. We typically recommend fillings as the best solution for restoring teeth that have severe tooth decay, cracks, chips and cavities.

Cavity Prevention — What can I do to prevent the need for a filling?

The best way to fight cavities and maintain healthy gums and teeth is to keep up on your daily habit of proper oral hygiene. Here are 5 ways to ward off tooth decay and prevent cavities:

• Come in to our office for a comprehensive oral exam and regular cleanings.
• Brush after meals and use an antimicrobial mouthwash.
• Drink more water and cut back on sugary and acidic drinks.
• Develop the habit of flossing every night.
• Avoid smoking.

Dental Fillings—The Process

The procedure for placing a composite resin dental filling is a routine treatment that we do every day at Holistic Dental Center of Brick. Here’s how it works:

1. Drs. Tortora, Shah, Shah, Baptiste, Elia or Caba isolate the tooth from saliva to keep it dry.
2. Any dental decay is removed.
3. An etchant and a bonding agent are applied, followed by the composite resin.
4. A special light is used to harden each layer of composite resin material.
5. After the tooth is filled, the composite resin is shaped to resemble a real tooth.
6. Finally, the restoration is smoothed and polished to accommodate your bite.

What are composite resin fillings and restorations?

Composite resin fillings are the most common alternative to dental amalgam. They are sometimes called “tooth-colored” or “white” fillings because of their color. Composite resin is often placed in layers to build up the final restoration, then cured with an “ultra-violet light”. This light energy speeds up a chemical reaction of the components causing the soft material to harden and bond to the tooth. This material is considered safe, BPA free and Flouride Free. The color (shade) of composite resins can be customized to closely match surrounding teeth. This plastic and glass mixture contains no metal and can be shaped to resemble a real tooth. It is usually hard to tell that a tooth has even been filled!

Our fillings have several advantages. The “white” color is preferred by many patients due to its ability to blend in with surrounding teeth. As a holistic natured office, Dr. Tortora has done his research to find the best products on the market, which are Flouride Free, Metal Free, BPA Free and with the least amount of added ingredients. We strive to provide you with the best on the market! It is also possible to make a more conservative preparations when using composite material, thus enabling the dentist to preserve more natural tooth structure.

• Flouride Free, Metal Free, BPA Free
• White/natural-looking color
• Strong and Long Lasting
• Preservation of more tooth structure

What’s wrong with metal/amalgam fillings?

In addition to being more aesthetically pleasing, composite fillings are completely safe and non-toxic. However, some believe that none of these advantages ring true for metal fillings. Some research suggests that amalgam fillings—made with mercury, silver, tin, copper and other metals—may lead to health problems.

The American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs has concluded that both amalgam and composite materials are considered safe and effective for tooth restoration.

We are excited to be able to restore decayed teeth to their optimal appearance and function with Metal Free, tooth colored fillings. At Holistic Dental Center of Brick, we use dental fillings to help adult and pediatric patients preserve their healthy, beautiful teeth and avoid additional damage. We also do SAFE amalgam removal if this is something that you are interested in doing. 

The result of high-quality composite fillings is a beautiful, healthy smile. For more information about our dental fillings, call our office today! Holistic Dental Center of Brick Phone Number (732) 295-1616