Dental Fillings in Marshville, NC

Dr. Tran treats dental cavities using tooth-colored fillings (also called composite fillings), which are made of a mixture of quartz particles and composite resin. They are used to replace old fillings or spots compromised by tooth decay and are designed to match your natural tooth color.

The composite materials are strong, do not discolor over time, are aesthetically pleasing, and have similar expansion and contraction rates compared to your normal tooth structure. To quickly stop decay and prevent the loss of your tooth structure, it is important to detect cavities early. When cavities are detected early, it limits the amount of filling material needed to fill your tooth. 

Our dentist will numb the tooth area by applying a local anesthetic to prevent pain. However, if the filling is only needed on the tooth surface, you may not need an anesthetic.