You might hear us reference “composite” when we’re talking about a plan we have to fix your tooth. Perhaps we are talking about repairing damage that has occurred due to a cavity. Maybe you are coming to us because of cosmetic concerns that include missing tissue (or something you need to camouflage). Whatever the case, if you are familiar with the material we use for a variety of cosmetically sound dental care treatments, you’re ahead of the game! If not, allow us to fill you in.
What Is Composite?
As mentioned, composite is a material that allows us to provide you with esthetically pleasing results, whether we are performing a cosmetic treatment or a restorative treatment during your dental care visit. The substance itself is a material that is made up of glass particles and acrylic, the final result of which we refer to as a synthetic acrylic resin.
Why Is Composite So Exciting?
We can do a lot with this material to help your smile. It’s pliable and easy to manipulate, which means whether you need a thin coating over a stained tooth, a filled-in space or opening, or additional tissue, we can accomplish such a feat. In addition, we can alter the color of the composite, which means the finished result of your dental care treatment will either match your other teeth or will yield the improvement you want.
When Is It Used?
In general, composite is an integral part of tooth-colored fillings as well as dental bonding. A filling is a restorative dental care treatment that we use to address tooth decay (so your tooth is healthy and whole once more). Dental bonding is a cosmetic treatment that we use to cover, extend, fill in, and reshape when the addition of artificial tissue can help.
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