Tooth-Colored Fillings in Arlington WA

We are constantly amazed by dental materials like tooth-colored composite resin that allows us to create seamless tooth fillings and restore your oral health.

At Sound Dental Solutions we know our patients are serious about protecting their oral health, but seeking treatment for a small cavity may not seem like a priority—especially if you aren’t in pain. However, the optimal time to take care of a cavity is as soon as we find it and before it spreads and significantly damages the tooth.

Dr. Andrew Kim a friendly environment where Arlington, WA families know they can come for high-quality general dentistry. Because we create a warm and welcoming dental home for our patients, they enjoy visiting us every six months for exams and teeth cleanings to keep up with their oral health needs.

The Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings

There are numerous reasons why our dentist in Arlington recommends tooth-colored composite fillings if you develop a cavity:

Craft Seamless Tooth Fillings

Tooth-colored fillings have a translucent appearance similar to dental enamel. When our dentist custom shades the material to match your tooth, he creates a virtually invisible repair.

Create a Healthy, Durable Tooth Filling

Instead of removing a lot of healthy tooth structure, the process for placing a composite filling allows us to be more conservative with the repair. Once we remove the decay, we bond the filling material directly to the remaining tooth structure. This assists us in retaining as much healthy tooth structure as possible for a strong, long-lasting repair.

Improve Your Smile's Aesthetics

Since tooth-colored filling material starts out as a soft, moldable putty, our cosmetic dentist in Arlington can expertly shape it to match the contours of your tooth or completely alter them for a whole new look. Referred to as dental bonding, this technique is also a more conservative alternative to porcelain veneers.

How to Avoid Getting Cavities

While it may not be possible to prevent every cavity from developing, there are definitely steps you can take to create a healthier environment in your mouth that supports a cavity-free smile.

Prevention is the name of the game in dentistry, and there are three things you can do to protect your smile starting today.

• Commit to better oral hygiene: A dedicated oral hygiene routine can go a long way toward preventing cavities and gum disease. Be sure to brush at least twice a day and floss once.
• Improve your eating habits: By now you know which foods you should avoid and those that make up a healthy diet, including fruits, veggies, protein, and calcium-rich foods, and whole grains.
• See your dentist every six months: Schedule your six-month visits for teeth cleanings and dental exams and be conscientious about keeping them. The time and effort are well worth the reward of a consistently healthy smile.

Book Your Next Teeth Cleaning and Exam in Arlington, WA 

We emphasize the importance of preventive dentistry because it’s always easier to prevent cavities than it is to treat a decayed tooth with a filling. If you do develop a cavity, however, Dr. Andrew Kim, DDS offers natural-looking tooth-colored fillings that no one will ever notice.

If you’re due for your next teeth cleaning, or you are experiencing a toothache, please call our Arlington dental office, and we will arrange to see you as soon as possible.

We are pleased to serve patients in Arlington, Smokey Point, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Mount Vernon, and beyond.