Composite Fillings

Why do I need a composite filling?
- A cavity (decay)
- Small holes in the surface of a tooth
- Chipped, cracked or fractured teeth
- Replacement of a broken down filling
The Problem:
- If decay is allowed to persist, the tooth can become more damaged over time leading to more costly dental treatment
- Small holes allow food debris to get caught in the tooth leading to tooth decay
- When issues such as chipped or cracked teeth are not timely taken care of they can lead to possible tooth loss depending on how a tooth breaks
- Broken down fillings allow bacteria to bury deeper into tooth structure and can cause decay to progress faster
What is a composite filling?
- A composite filling is a tooth colored dental material used to treat a small hole or cavity in a tooth.