Fillings

At Trevino Dental Group, we prioritize your oral health and comfort by offering durable and aesthetically pleasing fillings. Fillings are essential for restoring teeth damaged by decay, preventing further deterioration, and maintaining the tooth’s structure and function. Our goal is to provide you with the best filling options that not only restore your teeth but also blend seamlessly with your natural smile.

Dental Filling Options

Composite Fillings

Composite fillings are made from a tooth-colored resin material that matches the natural color of your teeth, providing a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. They bond directly to the tooth surface, strengthening the remaining tooth structure and offering excellent durability for small to mid-sized cavities.

CEREC Same-Day Inlays and Onlays

For more significant decay or damage that doesn't require a full crown, CEREC technology allows us to create custom inlays and onlays in just one visit. These ceramic restorations are strong, durable, and crafted to fit your tooth precisely, restoring its appearance and function with a natural look.

The Benefits of Tooth-
Colored, Composite Fillings

Aesthetics

Tooth-colored fillings blend in with your natural teeth, making them virtually invisible.

Conservation of Tooth Structure

Composite fillings require less removal of the tooth structure compared to traditional fillings, preserving more of your natural tooth.

Durability

Modern materials ensure that your fillings are strong and can withstand the forces of chewing.

Safety

Composite fillings are mercury-free, making them a safe option for patients concerned about amalgam fillings.

Amalgam Filling Removal and Replacement

For patients with existing amalgam (silver) fillings, concerns about aesthetics or the presence of mercury may lead you to consider replacement options. Our practice offers safe amalgam filling removal and replacement with tooth-colored fillings or ceramic restorations. This service not only improves the appearance of your smile but also provides you with mercury-free restorations, aligning with our commitment to your health and safety.

Schedule Your Consultation

Whether you need a new filling or are interested in replacing old amalgam fillings, our skilled Sugar Land dentists are here to help. Schedule your consultation today to learn more about your options and how we can restore the beauty and functionality of your smile with our dental filling solutions.

FAQS ABOUT FILLINGS

Dental fillings are materials used to restore teeth damaged by decay (cavities). You need a filling when a cavity has formed and needs to be cleaned out and sealed to prevent further decay.
The most common types are tooth-colored composite resin, amalgam (silver), gold, and porcelain. Composite resin is popular because it matches your natural tooth color and bonds well to the tooth structure.
Composite fillings typically last 5-10 years, while amalgam fillings can last 10-15 years or longer. The lifespan depends on the size of the filling, your oral hygiene, and chewing habits.
We use local anesthesia to numb the area, so you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure. You may experience mild sensitivity for a few days after the anesthesia wears off, which is normal.
Signs include visible cracks or chips in the filling, sensitivity to hot or cold, pain when chewing, or rough edges you can feel with your tongue. We'll check your fillings during regular dental exams and recommend replacement when needed.
You can eat once the anesthesia wears off, but avoid hard or sticky foods for the first 24 hours. Composite fillings harden immediately, while amalgam fillings need a few hours to fully set.