What the appointment involves
Most fillings are completed in a single visit. The area is numbed, decay is removed, the tooth is conditioned, and the composite is placed in layers and cured. The bite is then adjusted and the surface polished.
Composite Fillings in Chino, CA
About Composite Fillings
A composite filling is a tooth-coloured resin bonded into the prepared cavity and hardened with a curing light. Because it bonds to the tooth, less healthy structure generally needs removing than older filling materials required.
Sensitivity afterwards
Mild sensitivity to cold for a few days is common, particularly with deeper fillings. Sensitivity that worsens over a week or two, or pain on biting, is worth contacting us about, as it often needs only a small bite adjustment.
When a crown may be recommended instead
A filling relies on the surrounding tooth for support. Where very little natural structure remains, or a crack is present, a crown may protect the tooth more predictably. We will explain what your examination shows.
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Plan Your Visit
Request an appointment and our team will follow up to confirm a time, or call 909.283.3130. An examination is required before a treatment recommendation can be made.
Request AppointmentComposite Fillings FAQs
Composite fillings can last many years with good care, but they are not permanent. Margins can wear or chip over time, which is why each filling is checked at routine examinations and replaced when the seal begins to fail.
Modern composite materials perform well in most situations. Where a cavity is very large or subject to heavy biting forces, Dr. Zou may recommend a crown or another restoration instead for durability.
Composite is shade-matched to the surrounding tooth. Bear in mind that filling material does not change color with whitening, so the sequence matters if you are considering both.
Mild cold sensitivity for a few days is common, especially with deeper fillings. Sensitivity that increases, or pain when biting, should be reported so the bite can be checked and adjusted.
Composite is fully set before you leave, so you can eat once the anesthetic has worn off. Waiting avoids accidentally biting your cheek or tongue while the area is still numb.