Cosmetic Fillings at Layton Lakes Dental

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At Layton Lakes Dental, we help you achieve a healthy, confident smile. Issues like cavities, chips, or stains can affect your health and self-esteem. We offer high-quality cosmetic fillings to repair damaged teeth while keeping a natural look.

Cosmetic fillings, also called tooth-colored or composite fillings, fix cavities, small cracks, or chips in your teeth. Unlike silver amalgam fillings, which stand out and are not the same color as your teeth, cosmetic fillings blend in. They are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to keep their smile looking good while ensuring their teeth are healthy and functional.

What Are Cosmetic Fillings?

Dental fillings fix problems like cavities, chips in front teeth, or damage near the gum line. Composite resin is the most common filling material because it is strong and matches natural teeth. These white fillings can be used on both front and back teeth. Layton Lakes Dental offers quality fillings to help restore your smile. Cosmetic fillings are applied most often for:

Treating tooth cavities resulting from tooth decay.
Restoring chipped and cracked teeth due to accidents or attrition.
Closing small spaces between teeth to improve the smile as a whole.
Replacing long-term metal fillings to improve the look of the teeth.
Shaping the teeth to make them appear more even.

Benefits of Cosmetic Fillings

Most patients prefer cosmetic fillings over metal fillings since they are the same color as the teeth and are longer-lasting. Some of the key benefits are:

1. Aesthetic Attraction – The tooth-colored filling material is subtly incorporated with your teeth, creating an attractive yet subtle choice.
2. Sturdiness – The composite fillings are strong and durable, safeguarding your smile for many years.
3. Bonding Strength – The filling material is bonded to the tooth structure, offering extra reinforcement and a lower risk of fracture.
4. Minimally Invasive – Cosmetic tooth fillings are a simple way to make your teeth look better. Unlike dental veneers or crowns, they need very little of the tooth to be removed.
5. Mercury-Free – Composite fillings contain no mercury, unlike silver amalgam fillings, and are better for your body.
6. Versatile Application – Designed for numerous dental restorations, including filling cavities, repairing chipped surfaces, and reforming the shape of your teeth.

The Cosmetic Filling Process

Getting cosmetic fillings is a fast, painless, and usually one-visit process. Below is what you can anticipate from your procedure:

Initial Examination & Consultation

Our experienced dentist, Dr. Subramanian, will use digital X-rays to inspect your teeth and gauge the extent of damage or decay.
We'll sit down and talk with you about your options and recommend the most suitable way of restoring your smile.

Numbing the Site

Local anesthesia is given to make the treatment painless.
If you are nervous about dental treatment, sedation can be an added comfort to relax you during the treatment.

Removing Decay or Damage

A decay or broken portion of the tooth is removed step by step.
The remaining tooth structure is prepared and cleaned to take the filling.

Placing the Composite Resin

The tooth-colored resin, which is dyed to the color of your tooth, is filled in layers and shaped to the natural form of your tooth.
Every layer is cured using a special curing light.

Shaping & Polishing

Our dentist will then shape the filling to a perfect finish and polish it to a brilliant, natural glow when hardened.
The outcome will be unidentifiable from surrounding teeth.

How Long Do Cosmetic Fillings Last?

With good oral hygiene care, cosmetic fillings may last 7 to 10 years. For their maximum life span, we suggest:

Brushing with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day.
Daily flossing to keep the area around the filling free of plaque.
Avoiding hard or sticky foods that put too much stress on the filling.
Scheduling regular visits to our office for professional cleanings and checkups.

Are Cosmetic Fillings Right for You?

Cosmetic fillings are best for most patients, but another procedure might be necessary in the case of very large cavities or areas of high-chewing stress. These are dental crowns or inlays/onlays. Our office will determine your specific needs and suggest the best restorative method.

Replacing Old Metal Fillings with Cosmetic Fillings

Most of our patients would prefer to replace their current metal (amalgam) fillings with cosmetic fillings for the more natural, mercury-free choice. Suppose you already have visible silver fillings when you smile or are concerned about how well they will hold up. In that case, we can safely remove and restore them with tooth-colored composite resin.

Why Choose Layton Lakes Dental?

At Layton Lakes Dental, we strive to provide the best dental care within a friendly and comfortable environment. The following are the reasons why patients trust us with their cosmetic fillings:

Expertise – Dr. Subramanian has considerable experience in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
State-of-the-Art Equipment – We use the latest dental technology, including digital X-rays and minimally invasive treatments.
Personalized Care – Our team prioritizes your unique needs, ensuring a treatment plan tailored to your smile goals.
Relaxed Environment – We value our patients' comfort and offer sedation facilities for nervous patients.
Affordable Prices & Flexibility in Payments – We offer care at reduced costs with payment facilities through CareCredit and Cherry.

Meet Our Doctor

Dr. Subramanian grew up in Mumbai, India, where she discovered her passion for dentistry at a young age. She earned her Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS) from Nair Hospital Dental College. She practiced in Mumbai before moving to Tempe, Arizona, to complete her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Boston University. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Subramanian emphasizes quality dentistry and values patient education. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, practicing Indian classical dance, reading, and listening to music.

Your First Visit

Your initial visit to Layton Lakes Dental will assess your oral condition and the issues you want us to resolve. We will listen to you thoroughly regarding your dental history, perform a proper examination, and create a plan for you so we can obtain complete oral well-being for you.

We aim to provide quality dental care to all. We have most major PPO carriers and finance through CareCredit and Cherry. For those without insurance, we have an in-office savings plan to keep the cost of dental care low.

Book Your Appointment Now!

Suppose you require a filling or wish to replace a metal filling from years ago. In that case, cosmetic fillings are the ideal solution to repairing your teeth without losing that sparkling smile. Our trained staff at Layton Lakes Dental is dedicated to getting you to your best oral well-being through naturally stained, durable restorations.

Call (480) 306-5506 to make your appointment today. We can't wait to give you the smile of your dreams.

Insurance & Payment Options

We accept a wide variety of PPO insurance companies, such as Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, to name but a few. In addition, we offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry to all our patients.