Composite Fillings in Las Vegas, NV
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Contact UsWhat Are Composite Fillings?
Dental cavities are created when bacteria attack your enamel. In the past, cavities were treated with an amalgam material, which is a mixture of different metals, like mercury or silver. Now we know that amalgam fillings do not adhere very well with the teeth and the mercury may be hazardous to your health. At Elegant Smiles in Las Vegas, NV, our dentists use tooth-colored fillings made with a composite resin to fill cavities and protect the tooth. They also can take out metal fillings and replace them with composite resin fillings for a safer and better-looking treatment for cavities.
What to Expect with Composite Fillings
Composite resin tooth-colored fillings usually fill in the decayed area once it's been cleaned out by one of our dental experts. Composite resin is a versatile material that may be used to treat other problems with your teeth, such as chips or wear on the enamel by teeth grinding (bruxism). Since the composite resin is colored to match your natural teeth, fillings may be placed on both the front and back teeth for a great appearance. Getting a filling with composite resin at Elegant Smiles is typically an easy treatment. The treatment area will be numbed to help you feel more comfortable. Stronger forms of sedation may be discussed for any fears or anxieties to help keep you relaxed during the procedure. After you're prepared, the affected enamel can be treated using a special drill that we will select based on where the cavity is located and the amount of decay. Once the enamel is treated and the area is disinfected, the area will be replaced with the composite resin and hardened. You should be able to return to your day after your composite filling is done, but you might notice a sensitivity to cold and hot foods and beverages for a few days. You can use over-the-counter pain medication to treat any discomfort; however, you should not have any major problems. If after a few days the filling feels high or uneven, please contact our office. Your tooth-colored filling should be cleaned by following a normal home oral care routine with daily brushing and flossing. At your annual exam, our dentist will check your filling to decide if it should be repaired or replaced at any point.
Composite Fillings Reviews
Updated review : had to go in and get my work done the other day .. needed to replace several fillings (some were very old and large ) I was pretty anxious since it’s been so long since I had to have work done . Dr. Phan and Marisol did a great job making me feel comfortable and Dr. Phan gave amazing shots NO PAIN AT ALL during my appt . So thrilled that I can share it was a really good experience and again would highly recommend this practice for your dental needs !
Thank you for the wonderful service I received today. I needed to get a lot of work done and was nervous about potential pain, because of my past experiences with other dentist offices. Dr. Huynh is the best dentist I have ever had, and treated this cry baby with the most gentle hands. She individually cleaned each tooth in my mouth, and I didn't even need numbing gel lol. Everywhere else I have been in the past left me traumatized and in pain, so what a relief it was to be given that extra reassurance and perfect end results. I had an awesome teeth cleaning, minor cosmetic work, and was numbed up perfectly to have my fillings put in. I look forward to all of my future teeth cleanings and check ups with Dr. Huynh!
Updated review : had to go in and get my work done the other day .. needed to replace several fillings (some were very old and large ) I was pretty anxious since it's been so long since I had to have work done . Dr. Phan and Marisol did a great job making me feel comfortable and Dr. Phan gave amazing shots NO PAIN AT ALL during my appt . So thrilled that I can share it was a really good experience and again would highly recommend this practice for your dental needs !
I love Dr. Phan! I've been following him for years. He is seriously the most gentle and thorough! You can tell he genuinely cares for his patients. I'm glad he has his own practice now with such a beautiful office! Recently went in to get fillings replaced and wow, even getting the anesthesia shots were so gentle! Love this guy! If you have dental anxiety he will fix that. Promise you. Literally almost fell asleep twice in the chair during procedure because I felt nothing!
The best dentist I’ve ever been to. I had a 3-4 year gap from my last dentist so I needed some fillings tbh. They walked me through everything so smoothly, showing me each tooth and areas of concern and laid out game plan to move forward. Had my first fillings done here this week and they were so much more precise than any other dentist I’ve gone too, and they made sure that I didn’t feel any pain whatsoever. I appreciate the doctors and all of their staff is top notch too. Most people are scared to go to the dentist but this office made it so comfortable it eased my nerves about everything. They play a TV during your care and their chairs are part massage chair if you’re into that. Extra bonus
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Protecting Your Oral Health
Cavities may begin as a small issue, but it's crucial to have them fixed before they become a big issue. At Elegant Smiles in Las Vegas, NV, cavities can be corrected with tooth-colored or composite fillings. We will match the shade of your teeth so you get a healthy, beautiful smile. If you suspect you or a family member has a cavity, contact our office to make a dental exam with one of our doctors. If you have amalgam (silver) fillings, talk to our team about having them taken out and replaced with composite resin.