Tooth-Colored Fillings – Plano, TX

If you’ve got a cavity, you don’t have to settle for a dark, amalgam filling. Tooth-colored fillings blend in perfectly with your natural teeth for a strong and subtle solution. At Shannon Stokes, DDS, we use modern materials that match your enamel, so your smile stays beautiful and sensitivity-free. Whether it’s your first filling or a replacement for an old one, white fillings can help you feel confident every time you grin.

What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?

Tooth-colored fillings are made from a composite resin that matches the natural color of your teeth. Unlike traditional silver (amalgam) fillings, this material bonds directly to the tooth for a secure fit and a natural, seamless look.

The resin itself is a blend of plastic and glass particles, designed to be both durable and attractive. We use these fillings at our Plano dental practice to treat cavities, repair chipped teeth, and even replace old metal fillings. This helps our patients achieve more appealing smiles free from metallic marks.

The Process of Getting a Tooth-Colored Filling

Getting a white filling is one of the quickest and most comfortable processes in dentistry—usually completed in just one visit! Here’s what to expect at during your appointment:

• Numbing the Area: We’ll apply a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable during treatment.
• Cleaning the Tooth: The decayed portion of the tooth is gently removed using special instruments. Then it’s sterilized to kill any lingering bacteria.
• Placing the Resin: We match the composite material to your tooth and apply it in layers like a varnish.
• Curing and Polishing: A special light hardens the resin, then we shape and polish it to blend it into your tooth surface until there are no seams.

The result is a restored tooth that looks great and feels super smooth in your smile.

The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings

Tooth-colored fillings offer more than naturally beautiful looks—they also come with a range of advantages that make them a great choice for restoring your smile:

• Strong and Durable: Composite resin bonds directly to the tooth, helping to strengthen the structure. Today’s techniques put it on par with metal!
• Mercury-Free: If you’re concerned about the health risks of trace mercury in amalgam fillings, resin offers a safer, more biocompatible alternative.
• Minimally Invasive: Less removal of enamel means more of your healthy tooth stays intact, reducing sensitivity and increasing strength.

Tooth-colored fillings are a reliable and affordable way to protect your teeth while supporting a beautiful smile. If you’re ready to improve the appearance and health of your gorgeous grin, our team at Shannon Stokes, DDS in Plano is ready to help.