{"id":144,"date":"2020-04-15T18:33:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-15T18:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/?p=144"},"modified":"2020-05-05T18:37:33","modified_gmt":"2020-05-05T18:37:33","slug":"the-beauty-of-tooth-colored-fillings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/the-beauty-of-tooth-colored-fillings\/","title":{"rendered":"The Beauty of Tooth-Colored Fillings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_91825905__1536601731_24569-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling after visiting her dentist in Springfield\" class=\"wp-image-145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_91825905__1536601731_24569-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_91825905__1536601731_24569-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_91825905__1536601731_24569.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you had cavities or tooth decay in the past? If so,\nthere is a good chance you have metal or amalgam fillings. These restorations\nare silver, making them incredibly easy to notice in contrast with your white\nteeth. Thankfully, there is a different, more aesthetically pleasing option,\nplus it comes with other unique advantages! Your dentist in Springfield uses\ntooth-colored fillings to treat cavities to maintain beautiful smiles and great\ndental health. Keep reading to learn more about tooth-colored fillings and how\nyou can benefit from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But First, When Are Fillings Necessary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve probably heard about cavities, but do you know what\nthey really are? When sugars interact with bacteria in your mouth, they create\nacids that can eat away at your enamel. Cavities occur when small holes or\ndamage is formed, sometimes exposing the sensitive inner portion of your tooth.\nThat\u2019s where fillings come in! They can restore this area to protect your tooth\nfrom pain and strengthen it for the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Tooth-Colored Fillings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth-colored fillings are made of a special blend of resin\nand silica that mimics the appearance of your natural smile. This resin is\nplaced on areas of decay to repair your tooth while maintaining its appearance.\nYour dentist will adjust the height of your fillings before polishing them to\nreflect light like your natural teeth. This treatment typically only requires\none visit and the only discomfort you may feel is some very slight soreness\nafterward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth-colored fillings come with some advantages that you\nsimply won\u2019t get with traditional amalgam ones. Primarily, they blend in with\nthe rest of your smile so others won\u2019t notice that you\u2019ve had previous decay.\nHowever, an additional benefit is that tooth-colored fillings are more\ncomfortable. Metal expands and contracts with changes in temperature, which can\noften cause sensitivity for those with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/amalgams.html\">amalgam fillings<\/a>.\nHowever, the tooth-colored composite resin completely eliminates this problem!\nThese restorations are also incredibly durable, allowing you to enjoy them for\nyears to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Am I a Candidate for Tooth-Colored Fillings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, candidates for tooth-colored fillings are patients\nwho need restorations for their decay. However, your dentist can also remove\nyour amalgam fillings and replace them with tooth-colored ones if you wish to\nenjoy their benefits. The easiest way to know if tooth-colored fillings are\nright for you is to visit your dentist for a consultation. They will carefully\nexamine your mouth and the areas of decay before deciding if this treatment is\nbest for you. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to make the switch to tooth-colored fillings?\nContact your dentist to see how you can benefit from this amazing option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Scott M. Olson wants his patients to have access to the\nbest treatment options, which is why he offers tooth-colored fillings along\nwith many other modern dental services. If you have any questions, or if you\nwant to set up a consultation, he can be contacted through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springfielddentist.net\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> and by\nphone at (417) 823-4900. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you had cavities or tooth decay in the past? If so, there is a good chance you have metal or amalgam fillings. These restorations are silver, making them incredibly easy to notice in contrast with your white teeth. Thankfully, there is a different, more aesthetically pleasing option, plus it comes with other unique advantages! [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Tooth-Colored Fillings Springfield | Cavities | Dr. Scott Olson<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you have metal or amalgam fillings in your mouth? 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