White Composite Fillings in Massapequa, NY

At our Massapequa dentist office, we offer patients the latest in modern white composite fillings instead of traditional silver and mercury amalgam fillings.

Composite fillings are:

• Free of metal and mercury
• Custom made to match your natural teeth
• More comfortable and more durable
• Able to make your teeth stronger!

If you’ve been told you need a filling, ask your dentist about composite fillings for more information.

Our dentists take a proactive approach to treating cavities with composite porcelain fillings. During your regular exams and checkups, we look for any sign of possible decay. Once decay takes root, it will continue to spread unless repaired and treated.

By catching cavities early, our dentists are able to place smaller composite fillings. This will make your filling more durable, less noticeable, and also helps you maintain as much of your natural tooth structure as possible.

When decay isn’t treated quickly with a small dental filling, it can lead to more serious problems. You might even need a root canal or other more invasive treatment options.

Do you have old mercury fillings in your mouth? Our dentists are trained to safely remove silver fillings and replace them with durable and natural white composite fillings. We use high-tech

Patients who’ve had mercury fillings removed often say they are less self-conscious of how their teeth look and that their teeth are less sensitive, too!

If you have questions about having your mercury fillings removed, contact our office for more information.

Metal fillings are made from mercury. While for many years this was considered the best material available, that is no longer the case. Our office uses a composite resin that is much safer, stronger, and more aesthetically pleasing than metal. If you have a metal filling, contact our office. We can remove it safely and replace it with a white filling.

The composite resin used in white fillings looks more natural than other materials. The process of placing a white filling also requires the removal of less tooth structure than a metal filling. In addition, white fillings actually make your tooth stronger, protecting it against cracks and fractures.

With proper brushing, flossing, and regular exams/cleanings, a composite filling can usually be expected to last for at least 10 years. Tooth grinding, poor hygiene, the presence of gum disease, and other factors can reduce the life of any restoration, including fillings.

Your composite fillings can be brushed and flossed just like a natural tooth. We recommend a high-quality oscillating electric toothbrush to our patients!