Composite fillings: Strong and aesthetically pleasing restoration solution for tooth restoration

Tooth decay is one of the leading reasons you may need a dental filling. It occurs when plaque—a sticky film of bacteria—builds up on your teeth due to inadequate brushing, frequent snacking, or consuming sugary foods and drinks.
As bacteria feed on sugars and starches left in the mouth, they produce acidic byproducts that slowly erode tooth enamel. Over time, this demineralization weakens the enamel, creating tiny holes or cavities. If left untreated, these cavities can grow deeper, reaching the softer dentin layer inside your tooth. This may lead to infection, which can lead to tooth loss.
A dental filling repairs the tooth and prevents the damage from progressing. With proper care, a filling can help maintain your tooth’s health for a lifetime! Besides cavity repair, you may need a tooth filling to cover discoloration, mask gaps, and fill dark triangles caused by gum recession.

In the past, amalgam fillings were the standard solution for treating tooth decay and damage. They were valued for their strength and durability. However, concerns have grown over the mercury content in metal fillings. Additionally, their noticeable silver appearance can detract from the natural beauty of your smile.
Our office only places composite fillings because of their safety record and aesthetics. Here’s why we swear by composite fillings.

• Aesthetics: Modern composite fillings are shaded like your natural teeth. When we repair your teeth, there won’t be any noticeable evidence of dental work. Composite fillings blend seamlessly with your teeth to create a uniform appearance.
• Safety: As a holistic dental office, your safety is always our priority. That’s why mercury-based fillings have no place in our practice. Instead, we use composite fillings made from biocompatible, BPA-free acrylic plastic and glass particles.
• Minimally invasiveness: Our biomimetic approach to dentistry focuses on preserving as much of the healthy structure as possible. Amalgams need the removal of a huge chunk of your tooth for maximum retention. Tooth-colored fillings bond directly with the tooth, so we only need to remove a small portion of your healthy structure during placement.
• Durability: Composite fillings are moldable in their raw form but are incredibly durable when hardened. Modern composites resist fractures and withstand daily chewing forces, lasting over 10 years with proper maintenance.
• Versatility: Unlike amalgams, composite fillings wear “several hats” in dentistry. We can use composites to address cavities, small chips, and gaps.
• Less sensitivity: Composite fillings insulate against temperature changes better than metal fillings. This keeps your tooth intact and prevents cracks and fractures that can occur over time as your tooth expands and contracts.

Composite fillings get you a strong, safe, and aesthetically pleasing solution to keep your smile healthy and beautiful! Call (248) 654-8848 and schedule an appointment with Buscemi Family Dentistry to restore your smile with composite fillings.