Tooth-Colored Fillings

Restore Your Smile

Tooth-colored fillings repair small cavities and cracks using a natural-looking material that blends perfectly with your teeth. They restore strength and protect your tooth from further damage.

What This Treatment Is

Tooth-colored fillings (composite fillings) are used to fix decay, chips, or worn areas
They are bonded directly to the tooth and match your natural shade, so the restoration is invisible
This treatment helps:
Stop cavity progression
Restore tooth shape and strength
Improve appearance
Prevent future problems

At Smile Avenue Dental Group, we provide Tooth colored filling backed by over 20 years of clinical dental experience.
Our team focuses on safety, comfort, and long-term results, using modern technology and personalized treatment planning to help patients restore their smiles with confidence.

Tooth Fillings Types

Composite (Tooth-Colored) Fillings

These fillings are designed to match your natural tooth color and are customized based on the size and location of the cavity. They provide strong, long-lasting support while maintaining a natural appearance.

Description:

Filling Types & Options

How Many Visits Do You Need
Usually 1 visit, Multiple fillings can be done in the same appointment

Visit Duration

• Visit 1: 20–45 minutes
  
  Small filling: 20–30 minutes

  Medium/large filling: 30–45 minutes
  
  How to Prepare
  
  Brush normally before your appointment
  Eat beforehand
  Tell the dentist if you have sensitivity or dental anxiety

Treatment Timeline & Care

Aftercare

You can eat once numbness wears off
Avoid extremely hard foods for 24 hours
Continue brushing and flossing normally
If bite feels uneven, come in for a quick adjustment

Possible Side Effects

Temporary tightness in bite
Bite may feel slightly different at first.

Visit 1:

• Arrival & check-in

• Exam + X-ray to confirm the size of the cavity

• Local anesthesia (if needed)

• Gentle removal of decay

• Cleaning and shaping the tooth

• Layer-by-layer composite placement

• Shaping and polishing for a smooth, natural finish

Step-by-Step: What Happens During Your Visit

FAQ — Tooth Fillings

20+ years dental experience
Friendly bilingual team (English & Spanish)
Modern 3D scanning technology
Gentle, patient-first approach
We accept Medi-Cal & most PPO plans
CareCredit & Cherry Finance financing available
Natural results that match your smile

Why Choose Smile Avenue Dental Group

Insurance, Payments & Financing Options

Payment method:

We accept checks, cash or credit cards. We also offer a flexible payment plan. Please see our Financial Coordinator for details. We are happy to file insurance for your reimbursement as long as you are free to choose your own dentist

Financing:

We offer CareCredit and Cherry Financing

CareCredit
CareCredit allows you to finance treatments and procedures that may not be fully covered by insurance. Our office offers both No-Interest and Low Monthly Payment plans, making it easier to receive the care you need without delay.


Cherry Financing

We also offer Cherry financing, allowing you to split your treatment costs into quick, simple monthly payments. The 60-second application includes a soft credit check and instant approval, making it easy to start your dental care right away—especially for larger or cosmetic treatments.

Insurance:

Medical & Most PPO Plans Accepted
We verify your benefits and manage all paperwork to make your visit seamless and worry-free.

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