White fillings in Cheyenne, WY

There are a few different types of dental materials used for fillings today. Most dentists use white composite or silver amalgam material. Composite fillings are able to be matched to the exact shade of the tooth, making them the best option for teeth that show when you smile.

As is the case with most types of dental restorations, fillings are not permanent and at times may need to be replaced. When placed by a skilled dentist, they are durable and can last for many years.

At our Cheyenne, Wyoming office, Dr. Meyer uses a metal-free composite filling material when teeth are in need of a basic repair for a small cavity. Treating small cavities promptly prevents more complicated problems that might require more costly and time consuming treatment.

Reasons for composite fillings

Chipped teeth.

Closing space between two teeth.

Cracked or broken teeth.

Decayed teeth.

Worn teeth.

How are composite fillings placed?

  • Decay is removed

    While you are numb, the tooth is carefully cleaned and any decay is removed.

  • Cavity is filled.

    Next, the dentist fills the hole in the tooth with white composite filling material. It is cured using a light.

  • Filling is polished.

    Finally, the dentist polishes the filling and checks your bite with special paper to make sure your bite feels comfortable.

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