Composites a solution to restore decayed teeth

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Recent advances in polymers (plastics) have made possible filling materials nearly as strong as silver and formulated to match the color of teeth.

Tooth-colored fillings, termed "composite resin," are placed using a special dental adhesive and literally "bonded" to the tooth, often minimizing the amount of tooth that needs to be removed. These more conservative cavity preparations can lead to lengthening the life of the filling and the tooth itself.

Bonding is a Composite resin filling placed in the back teeth as well as the front teeth. Composites are the solution for restoring decayed teeth, making cosmetic improvements and even changing the color of your teeth or the reshaping of teeth. Bonding will lighten any stains you may have, close up minor gaps and can be used to correct crooked teeth. Basically, bonding will cover any natural flaws by applying a thin coating of a plastic material on the front surface of your teeth. After this, your cosmetic dentist will apply a bonding material and sculpt, color and shape it to provide a pleasing result. A high-intensity light then hardens the plastic, and the surface is finely polished.