You may have heard about dentists making the switch from metal fillings to tooth-colored, composite-resin fillings in recent years. Not only are these better at protecting your teeth from food and grinding, they blend in much more easily thanks to your dentist. They can be tinted to match the exact shade of your remaining tooth.
However, fillings are not indestructible. They can still wear down over time and will eventually need to be replaced to withstand the regular forces in your mouth. That’s why your dentist is here to explain the ins and outs of dental fillings in Pasadena.