Composite fillings are tooth-coloured and carefully shade-matched to your enamel. Once placed, the filling is virtually unnoticeable, so your smile looks completely natural.
Fillings (Tooth-Coloured Fillings) in SW Calgary
Strong, Natural-Looking Repair for Cavities
Cavities are a common dental issue, but fixing them is simple with a quality filling. At Buffalo Run Dental, we repair decayed or damaged teeth using composite fillings that blend with your natural tooth colour. A dental filling restores a tooth after a cavity (tooth decay) has been removed, sealing the area and preventing further damage. We can also use fillings to fix minor chips, cracks, or worn-down spots on teeth, helping to rebuild their shape and strength in a minimally invasive way.
Request an Appointment
If you have a tooth that needs a filling or you’ve noticed a small chip in your enamel, we’re here to help. Book an appointment with our team for a gentle, effective tooth-coloured filling and keep your smile strong and healthy.
Benefits of Composite Fillings
Natural appearance
Versatile use
Fillings aren’t just for cavities – the resin material can also repair small chips, cracks, or areas worn by grinding, restoring the tooth’s form and function.
Durable and long-lasting
Modern composite resin is strong and bonds tightly to your tooth structure. With good care, a composite filling can serve you well for many years while withstanding normal chewing forces.
Quick and efficient
Most fillings can be completed in a single appointment. The procedure is relatively quick, minimally invasive, and typically only requires local freezing to keep you comfortable.
What to Expect When Getting a Filling
Our dentists will first numb the area around the affected tooth, so you won’t feel any pain. We then gently remove the decayed or damaged portion of the tooth using specialized instruments. Once the cavity is cleaned out and disinfected, we prepare the space and apply the composite resin in layers. Each layer is hardened with a special curing light. After the filling material is in place, we shape and polish it, so it feels smooth and natural when you bite down. You’ll leave our office with the decayed portion of your tooth gone and the tooth restored to its full shape and strength.
