Fillings

Fillings are placed into teeth following the removal of decay ("caries"), and are also used to restore chipped or partially broken teeth to their normal contour and function.   Since its inception, dental bonding has continued to improve in strength and durability, allowing teeth to be more conservatively restored. Modern bonding materials may allow teeth that have been structurally compromised to be repaired with long-lasting and cosmetically pleasing fillings. A tooth-colored material known as composite resin is currently used to restore many cavities.