Woodyard Dental Care LLC Fillings

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2130 Fulton Street San Francisco, CA 94117-1080 USA

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What Are Composite Fillings

Composite fillings are tooth-colored to blend in with the remaining natural part of the tooth. The term composite refers to the actual filling material which is a mixture of glass or quartz filler in a resin medium.

Composite fillings provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small-to-mid size restorations that need to withstand moderate chewing pressure. Less tooth structure is removed when the dentist prepares the tooth and this may result in a smaller filling than with an amalgam.

What A Composite Filling Involves

First, Dr. Woodyard will answer any questions you have and will apply anesthetic to the tooth requiring the filling. Then he will thoroughly remove the decay that is present and prepare the tooth to successfully bond with either the composite material or amalgam (silvery
alloy).

How Are Composite Fillings Applied

Once the decay is removed and cleaned, composites are "bonded" or attached with adhesive to the tooth often allowing a more conservative repair. Composite fillings require that the tooth be kept clean and dry during the entire filling process and they are subject to stain and discoloration over time. The life expectancy of a white filling can depend greatly on where it is in your mouth and how heavily your teeth come together when you bite.

Why Use A Composite Filling?

Composite filling material is also commonly used to repair front teeth that have chipped or worn. Where possible, aesthetic bonding of composite material to front teeth is generally much less expensive than veneers or crowns. However, bonding typically does not last as long as veneers or crowns.

Contact us today and let's talk through the best options for you.

PROCEDURE FOR FILLINGS

Assessment

Initial assessment and examination to determine correct treatment

Decay Removal

Removal and cleaning of any tooth decay.

Composite Filling Applied

Application of filling

Testimonials

Absolutely wonderful experience. Dr. Woodyard explains everything very well and is a true professional. The whole staff is very accommodating and caring.

Jay S

Dr. Woodyard has been my general dentist for more than 10 years and he’s always been so concerned and professional. He is up to date on all the newest innovative treatments. He has done several crowns for me and I was able to get it all done in one day since they were made with the latest technology in house by Dr. Woodyard. I would highly recommend him for all dental needs.

Melissa W

Best dentist I've been to! Very professional operation in all respects. Love that Dr. Woodyard does the majority of usual procedures right in house -- including crowns and root canals. Getting a crown in one visit is truly amazing. Mary is a wonderful hygienist with a solid knowledge of her area of expertise. You won't be disappointed!