Resin Restorations

• A handpiece is used to remove the decay and shape the tooth
• A chemical compound is used to roughen the surface of the tooth, ensuring there are enough nooks to create a strong bond.
• To mold the filling to the shape of the prepared tooth, we place a flexible band around the tooth, securing it with a small wedge.
• If the filling is deep, medication is sometimes applied to minimize any side effects of hot and cold sensitivity.
• The shade of your tooth is matched closely to the shade of the resin material.
• Once the resin material is applied, we use a curing light to harden and secure the filling.
• After the filling has solidified, we then adjust the bite and polish the surface, giving the tooth a natural look and feel.

Benefits of Resin Fillings:

• Resin material bonds with the tooth structure.
• On a micro-level, the resin material expands and contracts, imitating the behavior of live tooth structure.

Post-op instructions for Resin Fillings:

• If a local anesthetic was used during the procedure, to prevent damage to your check or tongue, avoid chewing until the numbness has worn off completely.
• If your teeth are sensitive to hot or cold for a few days, this is normal. To minimize this side effect, use desensitizing toothpaste.
• If the gum tissue is swollen, rinse with salt water three times a day.