When decay is detected, South Flores Family Dental uses tooth-coloured composite resin to restore the tooth — a material that bonds directly to the tooth structure, requires less drilling than traditional amalgam, and blends seamlessly with your natural enamel. Dr. Garcia selects the composite shade to match your surrounding teeth precisely, so the restoration is virtually invisible. Composite fillings are suitable for cavities on both front and back teeth and can also be used to repair minor chips or worn edges.
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With good oral hygiene and regular check-ups, composite fillings on back teeth typically last 7–10 years, and those on front teeth often last longer due to lower bite pressure. Factors like grinding, diet, and home care all influence longevity — Dr. Garcia will advise you on how to protect your restoration.
For most fillings, a local anaesthetic injection is used to ensure you feel no pain during the procedure — you may feel pressure and vibration, but not sharpness. For very small, shallow cavities, Dr. Garcia may be able to complete the work without anaesthetic if you prefer, and will always discuss your options before starting.
Yes — many patients at South Flores Family Dental choose to replace ageing amalgam fillings with composite restorations, either for aesthetic reasons or because the old filling has cracked or begun to fail. Dr. Garcia will assess each filling individually, as not every amalgam needs immediate replacement; he will only recommend removal when there is a clinical or structural reason to do so.