Dental Fillings
Do You Need One?
Signs a Filling May Help
Tooth sensitivity or discomfort is often an early sign of decay or a fracture. During your evaluation, Dr. De Oliveira will determine whether a filling is the right fix. Fillings are typically the best solution for:
- Tooth decay and cavities
- Chipped teeth
- Cracked teeth
If you’re feeling sensitivity, don’t wait, early treatment keeps a small problem small.
What to Expect
Placing a Composite Filling
Benefits
- Natural, tooth-matched color
- Preserves more natural tooth
- Contains fluoride to help resist decay
- Metal-free and safe
The Modern Choice
Why We Use Tooth-Colored Fillings
Composite resin, a blend of acrylic and powdered glass, is the modern alternative to old metal (amalgam) fillings. It’s shaded to match your natural teeth, contains no metal, and even lets Dr. De Oliveira preserve more of your natural tooth structure with a more conservative preparation.
Know the Difference
When It's More Than a Filling
A filling restores a cavity. But when a tooth has too much damage for a filling yet not enough to need a full crown, a porcelain inlay or onlay is often the ideal middle ground, custom-crafted to restore strength while looking completely natural.
Restore Your Smile With a Natural-Looking Filling
Think you might have a cavity? Schedule an evaluation with Dr. De Oliveira and keep your smile healthy and beautiful.
