Composite Resins (White Fillings)

White or tooth colored fillings are the standard direct dental restoration today. They are a blend of resin and a finely ground silicate quartz glass. They obviously are preferred by most patients due to their aesthetics. There was a time when they did not wear as well as silver fillings but today this has been corrected. They also add bonded support to the tooth which results in less fractured or cracked teeth. This could prevent many root canals, crowns, or extractions. These materials are advantageous because they are much less sensitive after placement than silver fillings and they can be functioned on immediately. These materials are used to restore cavities, close gaps, and as veneers. (facings)