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Tooth Colored Fillings in Tampa, FL

Patient smiling with tooth colored fillings in Tampa, FL

It’s inevitable for most adults: At some point in your life, you will likely have a cavity that needs a filling. Cavities occur when bacteria in your mouth metabolize sugars from food you eat. The bacteria then produce acid which damages the teeth and cause “cavities.”

Historically, the only material used to fix a cavity was silver amalgam. While silver amalgam can last for a very long time, it is not very esthetic. Today, tooth-colored or composite fillings are available that can restore your tooth to health and function while matching the color of your teeth.

Dr. Richard Mancuso of Carrollwood Village Dental offers tooth-colored fillings for patients who need to have a cavity treated.

What Makes Tooth-Colored Fillings a Great Option?

At Carrollwood Village Dental, we use tooth-colored composite resin to treat cavities. You’ll be amazed at your natural-looking, beautiful smile. No one will know you have a filling! Here are some of the benefits of this restorative treatment:

Aesthetically Pleasing

Silver amalgam fillings are visible when you laugh and smile, but with tooth-colored fillings from our dental office, you can smile without covering your mouth!

Metal-Free Dentistry

If you’re concerned about metal restorations such as amalgam fillings, tooth-colored fillings are a metal-free option that won’t affect your oral health.

Fast Treatment

We can place a tooth-colored filling in one visit. We’ll numb your tooth, remove any decay, and place and harden your filling in less than an hour.

Durable and Long-Lasting

Our tooth-colored composite resin is durable and long-lasting. With proper care and oral hygiene, your restoration can last up to 15 years or more.

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Dr. Richard Mancuso

Dr. Richard Mancuso is a highly skilled and compassionate dental professional with an unwavering commitment to providing his patients with exceptional oral healthcare and stunning smiles. His educational journey began at Nova Southeastern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology, laying a strong foundation for his future in dentistry. He continued his studies at the same institution, graduating with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.

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The Good News About Tooth-Colored Fillings in Tampa

The primary advantage most of our patients appreciate is that composite fillings match the color of the tooth they are restoring. These tooth-colored restorations are made of a mixture of tiny particles in a resin medium. Your dentist can make the filling to blend in perfectly with your tooth.

Another advantage of tooth-colored fillings is their versatility. If you have a cavity toward the front of your mouth, which is visible when you smile, getting it filled with composite means that it will blend in with the rest of your teeth.

In addition, if you have a tooth that is chipped or broken, tooth-colored fillings can also be used to fix it in a process referred to as cosmetic bonding. This quick procedure will result in a repair to your tooth that is entirely unnoticeable.

Patient smiling during dental exam at Carrollwood Village Dental A major benefit of tooth-colored fillings versus silver amalgam is that much less natural tooth is removed during placement of a tooth-colored filling; so it is a much more conservative treatment option.

Fillings Last Longer With Routine Dental Care

There is no special care required for your tooth-colored filling. Just keep following good oral hygiene practices, including brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once a day. Avoid sweet treats and beverages to help keep tooth decay to a minimum.

Don't skip routine dental exams and cleanings in Tampa, FL just because you aren't having any issues with your oral health. Prevention is key, and seeing your dentist regularly means he can find problems while they are still small.

Very rarely patients experience tooth sensitivity after the filling is placed. This is perfectly normal and will almost always resolve itself within a short period of time. Your 33624 dentist will discuss your personalized treatment plan with you in detail and answer all of your questions.

Contact Our Dentist Office to Schedule Today

If you suspect you have a cavity, or if you have an old amalgam filling you would like to have replaced, contact Carrollwood Village Dental for more information on tooth-colored fillings. We look forward to seeing you!

Tooth-Colored Fillings Technology

Digital Intraoral Cameras

Our digital intraoral cameras are designed to take quick and painless high-resolution photos of your teeth. This allows for diagnostic accuracy. In addition, you can view the photos on the screen with Dr. Mancuso so that you fully understand all of your treatment options.

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