Why do I need a composite filling?

• A cavity (decay)
• Small holes in the surface of a tooth
• Chipped, cracked or fractured teeth
• Replacement of a broken down filling

The Problem:

• If decay is allowed to persist, the tooth can become more damaged over time leading to more costly dental treatment
• Small holes allow food debris to get caught in the tooth leading to tooth decay
• When issues such as chipped or cracked teeth are not timely taken care of they can lead to possible tooth loss depending on how a tooth breaks
• Broken down fillings allow bacteria to bury deeper into tooth structure and can cause decay to progress faster

What is a composite filling?

• A composite filling is a tooth colored dental material used to treat a small hole or cavity in a tooth.