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The Pros and Cons of Composite Fillings
Getting composite fillings is something that is becoming increasingly popular. It allows you to have the fillings you may need in your front teeth, without the eyesore that comes along with a dark color. Most of the time, composite fillings are a great option. However, they are not always perfect for everyone. If you want to find out if your next fillings should be composite fillings, come in and see one of the Cooper Family dentists today!
The Advantages of Getting Composite Fillings
There are many advantages to getting a composite filling, especially if the tooth is near the front of your mouth and easily seen. First, they look just like regular tooth enamel when placed and shined up. They can even be tinted to match the look of your teeth currently. Second, should your filling ever become damaged, you can easily have them repaired. Third, they become strong enough to chew on in mere seconds instead of the standard days it takes for other materials. Fourth, once they have bonded to your tooth, anywhere from 85% to 95% of the strength of the tooth is restored to your tooth. Finally, they bond directly to your tooth. Instead of having to groove or scrape the inside of the tooth, they are chemically connected to your teeth, helping them remain strong over the long-term.
The Disadvantages of Getting Composite Fillings
There are very few disadvantages of getting composite fillings. Most of the disadvantages are cosmetic or relate to their cost. First, they are a bit more expensive than a metal filling would be. Some insurance companies also will force a surcharge if a composite filling is requested instead of a metal filling. Second, a metal filling is a bit stronger, but not by that much. Finally, composite fillings, just like your teeth, are prone to staining or deteriorating when they are put through extreme circumstances. For example, frequent wine consumption is going to damage your teeth and your fillings when you opt to go with composite.
The next time you need a filling, come in and see us at Cooper Family Dentistry. You can speak with your Cooper Family dentist about what type of filling is going to be best for your specific needs. Each tooth and each filling is unique, so find out what is going to be best for you. Give us a call and schedule your next appointment today!
Dr. Jordan Cooper is from Jacksonville, AR. His father is Dr. James Cooper, a Jonesboro, AR native and practicing dentist of 39 years and his mother, Tracy Cooper, is a dental hygienist from Little Rock. Dr. Cooper graduated high school from Central Arkansas Christian, after which he entered at the University of Arkansas as a Chancellor’s Scholar in 1998.
Dr. David Cole is a graduate from the University of Arkansas, receiving his degree in 2016, and is a huge Razorback fan! He then went to dental school at the University of Tennessee where he received his D.D.S. in 2021. He looks forward to getting to know the Central Arkansas area, and serving his community!
Dr. Rasmussen is a Hot Springs native who graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2017 (Go Bears). After receiving his D.D.S from The University of Tennessee in 2021, he is looking forward to serving the central Arkansas community and the wonderful people who live here.
Dr. James Cooper was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He studied at the University of New Mexico and graduated from dental school from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. After 2 years of dental experience with the Army, Dr. Cooper moved to Jacksonville in 1973 to practice dentistry.