Tooth-colored fillings in Flower Mound balance aesthetics with durability

Did you know tooth decay is a prevalent disorder, second only to the common cold? It is estimated that 92 percent of Americans aged 20 to 64 have cavities in their permanent teeth. Among children, dental damage is more common than obesity, asthma, and diabetes. Decay manifests as holes or cavities that can progress to painful infections and tooth loss.

Dr. Jonathan J. Golab in Flower Mound partners with you to avoid this highly-preventable damage. However, should decay develop, he repairs it with tooth-colored fillings. These fillings are designed to look, feel, and function like natural healthy tooth structure.

The process

After the dentist removes decay, damaged tooth structure is built up with a restorative material. Options to fill these areas include:

• Amalgam, a mix of metals
• A mix of gold, with other metals
• Composite resin
• Porcelain and other ceramics

While strong, amalgam and gold are not preferred aesthetic options because you can see the metal color when you talk or smile. Additionally, silver fillings are more than 55 percent mercury. Dr. Golab does not use materials. He opts for biocompatible non-metals that are friendly to living tissues and have a beautiful appearance.

The difference

Dr. Golab uses quality materials and bonding agents for utmost strength and durability. As a holistic dental practice, Jonathan J. Golab, DDS is equipped to safely remove old or worn silver fillings, replacing them with mercury-free restorations.

Should your filling be large, an inlay or onlay may be recommended. Big fillings can threaten integrity of tooth structure and longer-term health. Inlays and onlays provide more coverage but are still a conservative restoration option, requiring less reduction of natural tooth structure. The more preparation involved, the greater the trauma to the treatment site.

Find out more about options for restorative treatment. Call 855-691-8133 to schedule an appointment.