Infinity Dental Care
Tooth-Colored Fillings – Hillsboro, OR
Treating Cavities & Preserving Growing Smiles
If you were to survey all of the people in your life and ask them if they’ve had a cavity, 97% of them would say that they’ve had at least one. For children in particular, cavities are a common occurrence because they’re still learning how to properly care for their teeth and be effective brushers and flossers. At Infinity Dental Care, our team is trained to help growing smiles thrive by taking care of the early signs of cavities before they have a chance to progress with tooth-colored fillings in Hillsboro. Learn more about this discreet and effective cavity treatment for kids by reading below or call our office!
Why Choose Infinity Dental Care for Tooth-Colored Fillings?
- We Accept & Maximize Dental Insurance
- Locally Owned & Operated Dental Practice
- We Welcome Patients of All Ages
What are Tooth-Colored Fillings?
In the past, dentists would opt for amalgam fillings to fill cavities in kids, which contracted and expanded due to the fact that they were made from numerous metals, including mercury. These amalgam fillings were also highly noticeable in the mouth. Today, our team at Infinity Dental Care utilizes the most modern techniques and materials to offer a safer, less-invasive cavity treatment method, called tooth-colored fillings. Instead of metal, tooth-colored fillings use a biocompatible, putty-like material called composite resin that provides a more reliable seal and is custom-shaded to match your child’s natural tooth.
The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling
Usually, tooth-colored fillings can be completed in a single appointment. First, our children’s dentist will numb the area of your child’s mouth that will be treated, making sure they remain completely comfortable. Then, our team will clear away any decayed tooth structure and clean the area before placing the color-matched composite resin into your child’s tooth. We will alter the putty so it fits the size and shape of your child’s tooth before curing it with a UV light. After the filling has been placed and the tooth is sealed off, our team will check your child’s bite to make sure it’s even and make any finishing adjustments.
The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings for kids offer a variety of benefits, including:
- Boosted Confidence: Because your child’s filling won’t be noticeable to their friends, they will be able to smile with confidence on the playground and in the classroom, helping them have more positive social interactions.
- Minimally-Invasive: Less of the dental structure needs to be altered in order to place tooth-colored fillings due to the fact that it’s able to fuse with the tooth enamel.
- Durable: Tooth-colored fillings can last for between five and 10 years, or whenever your child’s tooth falls out on its own.
- Affordable: Most dental insurance plans cover tooth-colored fillings, lowering the out-of-pocket cost of treatment.
- Biocompatible: Composite resin is 100% metal-free, making it safer for children, especially those with metal allergies or sensitivities.