Tooth-Colored Fillings & Natural Dental Restorations in Richardson, TX
Bring Life Back to Richardson’s Smiles
Forget what you think you know about fillings and dental restorations in Richardson, TX. The technology, techniques, and tools that are available in dentistry today are leaps and bounds better than anything you might have experienced in the past.
Do you have mercury tooth fillings from years ago? You might want to consider having them replaced. Unfortunately, mercury fillings are dark and heavy, making your tooth or teeth look and feel the same. Mercury also has a tendency to expand and contract when exposed to changes in temperature resulting in a weakened tooth structure over time. As a dedicated mercury-free dentistry practice, we specialize in safely removing and replacing your failing amalgam fillings with strong, natural restorations.
What Are Dental Restorations?
Dr. Jack Bodie uses composite, tooth-colored restorations and fillings to not only create a beautiful aesthetic look but also to give your damaged tooth or teeth what they need to stay strong. Biomimetic dentistry means we mimic nature. Our Richardson, TX, dental office specializes in these natural restorations with the overall main goal of preserving and protecting as much or as many of your natural teeth as we can. Because Dr. Bodie is a biomimetic dentist, his approach to fillings is rooted in mimicking nature rather than destroying healthy tooth structure.
Dr. Bodie focuses on treating diseased or decayed teeth in the most comfortable, affordable way possible. We want you to be able to talk, chew, and smile with confidence and without pain or discomfort. Our office has a wide variety of restorative dentistry options you can choose from depending on what Dr. Bodie and you decide would work best for your schedule and your budget. We offer composite tooth fillings, non-surgical root canals, custom dental crowns, and more.
Do I Need A Tooth Filling?
If you have a tooth or teeth that have a cavity or have been broken down due to decay, there’s a good chance Dr. Bodie might recommend getting a tooth filling or two. Fillings are an extremely important dental service, because they’re designed to help keep your natural teeth healthy to avoid bigger, more costly dental work in the future. Fillings can help prevent bad bacteria from entering your tooth and damaging the pulp or nerves.
If you do need a tooth filling, there’s no reason to panic. The process is relatively simple and pain-free. Dr. Bodie will use some anesthesia to numb the tooth he’s working on, making sure your comfort is our top priority. He uses state-of-the-art tools and technology to completely remove any decay present in your tooth, leaving behind an open hole. Dr. Bodie then carefully rebuilds the tooth using a tooth-colored composite filling with a strong adhesive bond that functions just like a natural tooth and is meant to last a lifetime.
Don’t let decay ruin your smile. Talk to Dr. Bodie about fillings and other dental restoration options that could work for you. Contact us today to set up an appointment!
Frequently Asked Questions About Fillings & Mercury-Free Fillings
Are tooth-colored fillings better than silver fillings?
Yes. Tooth-colored composite fillings are not only more aesthetically pleasing, but they also bond directly to the tooth structure. This provides better support and requires less removal of the healthy, natural tooth compared to traditional silver (amalgam) fillings.
Are you a mercury-free dentist?
Yes! Dr. Bodie operates a strictly mercury-free dentistry practice in Richardson, TX. We do not place amalgam (silver) fillings. Instead, we use highly durable, biocompatible, tooth-colored composite materials that are safer for your body and better for your teeth.
Should I have my old mercury fillings removed?
Many patients choose to replace old mercury amalgam fillings because they can expand and contract with temperature changes, causing micro-fractures in the tooth over time. As a mercury-free practice, we can safely remove your failing silver fillings and replace them with strong, natural-looking biomimetic restorations.