Do you hear us talk about composite a lot but you don’t really know what it is? Are you fairly certain that your tooth-colored filling is made of composite (it is) but you can’t really explain what that means? Since this is a beneficial material that can truly help your smile in many ways, we encourage you to become a bit more familiar with the details. They just might surprise you!
About Composite
Composite is a synthetic acrylic resin material. It’s something that we can completely customize, so we can fix your smile or improve it as you need. We typically use it to fix teeth, whether to fill spaces, build up tooth tissue, or cover problems. We may sculpt the composite or use it like a liquid “paint.” Since we may customize the shade, it is helpful for matching your teeth or for creating a whitened effect. It is commonly used in tooth-colored fillings and for dental bonding.
More About Fillings
You’ve heard this term, tooth-colored fillings, before but you might not know much about it. Now, you are aware that this type of filling is made of composite instead of metal. You also know that we can customize the shade, meaning we can match it to your tooth! Translation: Your tooth won’t have a dark-hued filling in it. Instead, your tooth will be healthy, the decay will be gone, and your smile will appear restored.
Additional Dental Bonding Details
So then, about bonding. This is not a restorative treatment but a cosmetic one. We will use composite when your smile could look better with more tissue. If you have spaces between your teeth, a short tooth, a stain on your tooth, issues with texture, etc., we will utilize composite to fix the issue.
Come In For Improvements And A Beautiful Smile
When you need improvements based on esthetics or your oral health, remember that we offer lifelike finishes for a smile that shines. Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
