White Composite Fillings

Studio City, Valley Village, Sherman Oaks, Burbank, North Hollywood

Next time you visit the dentist and find out there’s a cavity that needs to be filled, are you going to choose the filling option that stops decay and looks natural, too?

In many dental practices, metal fillings are offered alongside white and porcelain fillings. But because metal tends to be the least expensive options, many patients feel they should choose metal — even though they’d actually prefer tooth-colored fillings.

Metal-free fillings are all we place here at Smiles By Sands. The benefits of white composite fillings are much greater than those offered by metal, and our team believes in providing patients with high-quality options.

What exactly are white composite fillings made of? Our composite fillings are a mixture of safe glass or quartz filler in a resin medium. The result is a filling that is matched to your unique tooth color. Composite fillings are not only beautiful, they are highly resistant to fracture. Composite fillings are usually recommended for small to medium restorations that require moderate chewing pressure.

Here are a few additional reasons why we recommend white composite fillings:

During tooth preparation, your dentist removes less enamel than is necessary with metal fillings. This means a smaller filling and less chance of weakened tooth ability.
White composite fillings can be bonded directly to enamel, unlike with metal. This allows your dentist to repair the tooth more conservatively.
White composite fillings are resistant to temperature changes, so they won’t expand and contract inside the tooth like metal can. In many cases of metal expansion, the filling can actually cause tooth fracture or breakage.
White fillings blend in with your smile for a very natural appearance.

Although white composite fillings are a little more expensive than metal fillings, we feel the difference is worth it. Not only are white composite fillings a more attractive solution, they can last longer and have a more positive health effect. The cost of your white filling will depend on the filling size and the filling technique chosen. During your free consultation at Smiles By Sands, our financial coordinator will discuss specific fees, explain your payment options, and go over our affordable white composite fillings financing solutions.

Questions About White Composite Fillings?

Why not choose a cosmetic dentistry practices that chooses only the best materials for its patients? At Smiles By Sands, your comfort is our first concern. Please contact our white composite specialist at Smiles By Sands to find out more about white composite fillings and set up your free personal consultation at our state-of-the-art Studio City office.