Need a dental filling in Campbell Heights, BC? Composite resin material combines beauty and lasting function

As a functional artist, Dr. Harpreet Aulakh selects dental materials that are both attractive and durable to rebuild teeth. In this manner, the restored tooth looks, feels, and functions no differently from the natural tooth when it was healthy and strong! A composite dental filling placed in the Campbell Heights area from Dr. Aulakh’s Langley City, BC, office is designed to treat decay so you can chew effortlessly and smile confidently (no obvious silver filling material here!) 365 days a year, for many years to come.

Cavities treatment, the Smile365 Dental Way

A form of tooth decay, a cavity arises when the harmful bacteria naturally present in the oral cavity mixes with sugars and starches in the foods we eat and the beverages we drink. This mixture forms acids that erode the natural tooth material. Earlier-stage enamel erosion is associated with discoloration, a see-through appearance (or thinning of enamel), and increased tooth sensitivity. If allowed to progress, small holes or cavities can develop on the surfaces and roots of the teeth. Cavities may even form around old or worn fillings.

Dr. Aulakh and her team of certified dental hygienists and dental assistant professionals take a proactive approach. During recall appointments, they’ll check for areas of potential enamel wear and tear, and early decay. Existing fillings are repaired or replaced as needed. They’ll also discuss habits that can put you at an increased risk of developing cavities that require restorative care, such as insufficient brushing and flossing, aggressive brushing, and tooth grinding.

Should you require restorative care, there are many treatment options to get you smiling again.

The beauty and functionality of composite fillings

Composite dental fillings go by many names, from plastic and white to tooth-coloured. These names are interchangeable, and most are apt because they all describe the discreet nature of this filling material when it’s placed in your mouth by skilled dentists such as Dr. Aulakh. Made from a combination of plastic and powdered glass, composite dental resin is matched to the colour and other attributes of your teeth for the most natural appearance. The powdered glass particles add to this feature; they give composite resin its luminosity. So, the restored tooth surface reflects light like a natural tooth!

Dr. Aulakh’s patients appreciate composites because they are:

• An attractive alternative to silver-coloured metal dental amalgam
• Durable enough to withstand bite forces, even on back teeth
• Placed quickly, in a single visit after the decay is removed, a bonding product is applied, and the composite is hardened with a specialised light
• Easy to care for
• Affordable; composite material may even be used as a cost-effective alternative to veneers to cover up stains or close gaps

Serving Brookswood, Langley City, Campbell Heights, and the surrounding area, experience the Smile365 Dental process for yourself. Call (604) 409-8660 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Aulakh.