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Dark silver spots on your teeth draw attention every time you laugh or smile widely. These metal fillings from years ago stand out against white enamel, creating an aged appearance that makes you self-conscious about opening your mouth. The contrast becomes particularly noticeable in photographs, where flash lighting highlights every dark filling in your smile.
Cosmetic fillings eliminate this concern by matching your natural tooth color perfectly. At Naylor Family Dental and Implant Center, we use tooth-colored composite resin that blends seamlessly with your enamel, making repairs virtually invisible. Dr. Naylor’s attention to shade matching ensures your fillings disappear into your smile rather than announcing their presence.
Cosmetic fillings use composite resin, a mixture of plastic and glass particles that can be shaded to match any tooth color. Unlike traditional amalgam fillings that contain silver, mercury, and other metals, composite fillings bond directly to tooth structure through a chemical adhesion process. This bonding strengthens the tooth while restoring its natural appearance.
The composite material comes in dozens of shades, allowing precise color matching to your surrounding teeth. We can even layer different shades within a single filling to replicate the natural color variations found in tooth enamel. This attention to detail creates restorations that remain undetectable even under close inspection.
Composite fillings serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. They repair cavities caused by decay, replace old metal fillings that have worn down, and fix minor chips or cracks in front teeth. The versatility of composite resin makes it suitable for almost any tooth in your mouth.
Cosmetic fillings offer advantages that extend beyond their invisible appearance, providing benefits for tooth structure, sensitivity, and long-term oral health.
These combined benefits make cosmetic fillings the preferred choice for most patients seeking cavity repair or replacement of old metal fillings.
Your appointment begins with numbing the area around the affected tooth. Local anesthesia ensures you feel no discomfort while we work. For very small fillings in areas without sensitivity, some patients choose to proceed without anesthesia.
We remove any decay present in the tooth using specialized instruments. If we’re replacing an old metal filling, we carefully extract the amalgam material. The preparation process removes only the damaged or decayed portions of the tooth, leaving all healthy structure intact.
After preparing the tooth, we apply an etching solution that creates microscopic roughness on the enamel surface. This roughness allows the bonding agent to grip the tooth securely. We then apply the bonding agent and composite resin in layers, curing each layer with a special blue light that hardens the material in seconds.
Once we’ve built up the filling to the proper size and shape, we contour and polish it to match your tooth’s natural anatomy. We check your bite to ensure the filling doesn’t interfere with how your teeth come together. The entire process typically takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth, depending on the filling’s size and location.
Many patients choose to replace old amalgam fillings for aesthetic reasons, even when the fillings remain functional. This elective replacement creates a more uniform, natural smile appearance. We carefully remove the metal filling material and replace it with tooth-colored composite that matches your surrounding teeth.
The replacement process follows the same steps as placing a new filling. We numb the area, remove the old filling, prepare the tooth, and place the new composite restoration. Because we’re working with a tooth that’s already been filled, the cavity preparation often requires minimal additional tooth removal.
Some dentists recommend replacing very old amalgam fillings that show signs of deterioration, such as cracks, gaps, or corrosion. These defects can allow bacteria to enter beneath the filling, causing new decay. Replacing compromised fillings before problems develop protects tooth structure and prevents more extensive treatment later.
Dr. Naylor completed his dental education at Indiana University in 2017 and uses the latest composite materials and techniques to create fillings that blend invisibly with your natural teeth. Our precise shade-matching process ensures your restorations remain undetectable, allowing you to smile confidently without worrying about visible dental work. We accept CareCredit, Proceed Finance, and Cherry, making cosmetic dentistry accessible through flexible payment options.
We maintain in-network partnerships with Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Always Care, UFCW, and Unum, helping maximize your insurance benefits for restorative treatments. Whether you need to repair new decay or replace old metal fillings, we provide personalized care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Ready to achieve a more natural-looking smile? Contact us to schedule your cosmetic filling consultation today.
Invisalign aligners are made from a thermoplastic material that's BPA-free.
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Creating your custom Invisalign trays has never been easier thanks to digital scanning. Say goodbye to goopy impression trays and hello to your best smile yet!
You deserve to feel confident about your Invisalign journey. That’s why we’ve invested in Digital Smile Design. This revolutionary tool allows you to see your Invisalign results before even starting treatment!
Our team can add small tooth-colored bumps to the surface of your teeth, which allows us to correct more complex misalignments than ever before.
Enjoy the flexibility to remove your aligners whenever you need to brush, floss, or indulge in your favorite foods.
Experience unparalleled comfort with Invisalign's smooth and gentle BPA-free plastic material, ensuring a comfortable fit.
Invisalign allows you to maintain your regular routine, including your diet, without any significant adjustments needed.
Prior to starting your treatment, you will have an opportunity to discuss your desired smile outcomes with Dr. Naylor. He will carefully examine your bite and smile to determine if Invisalign is the appropriate solution for you. This is also a great time to ask any questions you may have regarding your smile, Invisalign, or other available treatment options.
Once you have been given the green light to proceed with Invisalign, Dr. Naylor will take scans or impressions of your teeth to ensure your aligners fit perfectly. Once your aligners are ready, you will visit our office to pick them up and begin your treatment. In some cases, Dr. Naylor may need to attach small fixtures to your teeth to aid in keeping the aligners securely in place.
While every treatment timeline is unique, you’ll most likely stop by our office every six weeks to pick up your next set of aligners. These check-ups are crucial as they ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned and that your Invisalign trays are fitting correctly.
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
The process begins with taking scans of your teeth to create a digital model of your mouth. This model is then sent to a local lab, where the aligners are crafted using computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technology. These tools enable the creation of highly precise aligners tailored specifically to your needs. Once the aligners are completed, they are sent to Dr. Naylor to be fitted and delivered to you.
Invisalign aligners are made of clear, thin plastic, making them virtually invisible when worn. Each tray is custom-made to fit your gum line seamlessly. However, if you eat or drink with your aligners in, they may become stained, potentially making them more noticeable.
Invisalign attachments, also known as buttons, are small tooth-colored composite resin dots placed on your teeth. When you insert your Invisalign aligners, they snap over these buttons, providing an anchor to keep the aligners securely in place. This allows Dr. Naylor to adjust the position of your teeth more precisely and effectively throughout your Invisalign treatment.
If you lose your aligners or notice any cracks, damage, or wear and tear, please contact us immediately. Delaying assistance could prolong your treatment and reverse the progress you have made. We will ensure you receive a fresh set of trays as soon as possible, allowing you to continue with your treatment plan.
Invisalign is generally more comfortable than traditional braces, but you may experience some tenderness and soreness as your teeth start to shift. The gentle pressure exerted by the aligners prompts your tooth roots to move, leading to minor inflammation and discomfort. If you experience pain, we suggest taking Tylenol rather than ibuprofen, as ibuprofen’s anti-inflammatory properties can affect tooth movement.
If you don’t have severe oral health or orthodontic issues, Invisalign could be the right solution for your smile. However, if your dentist identifies extensive orthodontic problems, they may recommend metal or ceramic braces instead. To determine the best treatment option for your needs, reach out to our team and schedule a consultation today.
