Composite Dental Fillings

A composite filling repairs a tooth damaged by decay using a tooth-colored resin material. Because the shade can be matched to the surrounding tooth, the repair blends in with your smile. Composite fillings are a common choice for cavities, and also for small chips and worn areas.

What to Know About Composite Fillings

Tooth-colored material — the resin can be shaded to resemble your natural enamel.
Bonded to the tooth — composite is bonded in place, which can allow a more conservative repair in some cases.
Versatile uses — it can restore decayed teeth, repair minor chips, and reshape small imperfections.

Finding Cavities Early

Small cavities are often easier to treat than large ones. Our office offers laser cavity detection, which highlights and distinguishes weakened teeth so decay can be spotted sooner. Whether a filling is right for you depends on your exam, so your dentist will review what they find with you.

Your Visit

Our office also has Isolite, which is designed to make appointments more productive and efficient while improving patient comfort and safety. Laser dentistry may also offer a more comfortable option than drills for some procedures involving hard or soft tissue. Ask our team whether either is appropriate for your treatment.

Dr. Sam Kreit, DMD, DDS, leads care at our Humble practice. If you have a sensitive tooth, a visible dark spot, or a rough edge you can feel with your tongue, it is worth having it checked. Contact us to talk through your options.

This content is for general information only and isn't dental or medical advice. Talk with your dentist or orthodontist about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.