What is Tooth Coloured Restoration?
A tooth coloured restoration is restoring a tooth as close as possible to its original form and function, so the tooth not only looks good but it functions optimally again, and in harmony with the adjacent and opposing teeth. It restores and repairs a damaged tooth due to trauma or cavity and mimic the natural appearance of tooth structure. In addition, tooth coloured restorations also cosmetically and artistically alters the size, colour and shape of teeth.
Advantages of Tooth Coloured Restoration:
> Aesthetics: As tooth coloured restoration closely matches the colour and shade of natural teeth, making it more lookalike.
> Bonding: Composite resins chemically bonds to tooth structure provides strong support to tooth and better finish.
> Versatility: Tooth coloured restoration can be used in variety of treatments like decayed, chipped, fractured, discoloured and worn-out teeth.
> Preparation: Tooth coloured restoration works on the principle of conservative dentistry. Minimal amount of tooth removed and with proper margins can be restored with restorative material.
> Non- hazardous: Tooth coloured restoration is biocompatible to individual’s health and environment, no side effects caused with proper implication and supervision..
Types of Restoration:-
Indirect Restoration- An indirect restoration is made outside the mouth, i.e. in a dental laboratory or by specialized equipment in the practice. Usually prepared with porcelain or ceramic materials, indirect restorations produce a better quality outcome for patients. While it takes longer to fabricate – an indirect tooth restoration is done over two visits.
Here are your indirect dental restoration options: Inlay, Onlay, Porcelain Veneer, Dental Crowns
Direct Restoration- A direct tooth restoration is done directly in the mouth during a single visit by the dentist. A direct restoration is usually made from – Amalgam(Mercury), composite resin or glass ionomer cement (GIC).
Why Choose Mercury-Free (Poison-Free) Tooth Coloured Restoration?
Drawbacks of Amalgam Fillings: Amalgam is an alloy of mercury with other metals. It was used to be the most popular restorative material in 90’s worldwide. Dental amalgam filling has been banned in Sweden, Denmark and Norway, there is much discussion about mercury use in Europe and United States as mercury has environmental and health related risk releasing hazardous toxins and causing mercury toxicity-
Acute effects: Ingestion, causes nausea, vomiting, severe abdominal pain, renal damage. Inhalation; causes chemical pneumonitis, pulmonary oedema.
Chronic effects: Renal and CNS damage, neurological syndromes.
Amalgam has following disadvantages as well:
> Unnatural appearance (silver coloured)
> More prone to tarnish and corrosion
> Tooth restored with amalgam produces metallic taste and susceptible to galvanic shock.
> Discoloration of tooth structure, amalgam pigment leaches out of filling to dentinal tubules manifesting permanent discoloration of tooth structure and metallic filling cast a shadow and makes tooth appear dark.
> Weakens the tooth structure: amalgam restoration was popular due to its longevity and strength but it has complex tooth preparation, leading to more tooth removal and it weakens tooth structure.
“So composite resins are highly preferred and are highly aesthetic and durable”
With Tooth Coloured Restoration, One Has The Following Questions:
Is it safe (biocompatible)?
Will it look natural like original teeth?
Will there be any hindrance in teeth cleaning and maintenance of hygiene?
Is it cost-effective (financially and biologically)?
Will it last long?
Why Choose Teeth Care Centre For Tooth Coloured Filling?
If you’re considering cosmetic dental treatment, this is the cosmetic tooth restoration guide you’ve been looking for, as Teeth Care Centre primarily focuses on cosmetic dental treatment. Most cosmetic dentistry procedures at Teeth Care Centre are very affordable. Cosmetic dentistry can make you more attractive, restore self-esteem and give you increased confidence in life.
Biomimetic Restoration Approach: Treatment plans to maintain and save the maximum natural tooth structure using materials that mimic your natural teeth.
Magnification: We are known for rendering advanced dental procedures using cutting edge technology. One such example is incorporation of magnification by world’s no.1 Carl Zeiss (Germany) loupes for detailed magnification of the working field. Our dental professionals execute crown preparation with perfect margins as well as other procedures with utmost ease and precision by magnifying field of working area.
This advanced level of magnification enables us to achieve beautifully aesthetic and functional results. Magnification plays an important role to achieve lifelike results in cosmetic dental treatments.
Composite Resin: TCC uses composite restorative material consisting of benzoyl germanium or novel acylphosphine oxide photoinitiators, which are able to improve aesthetic with no discolouration. TCC also uses composite with nano fillers, as advancement in nano technology improvised the composite to give better finish, the fillings are smoother, the material’s biodegradation over time is reduced and they also reduce marginal leakage and bacterial penetration
Light Curing Unit: TCC uses the best brand (Ivoclar Vivadent – Liechtenstein) multiwavelength LED light which is capable of polymerizing all light cured dental materials. Complete polymerisation is essential to obtain the ideal physical properties of restorative materials.
* Many clinics often claim to have ultra-modern technology, please do not rely them right away. Instead, kindly check whether the equipment they use are a world-renowned brand or substandard.
Cost of Tooth Filling in Ahmedabad at TCC:
| TREATMENT | MATERIAL | PRICE |
| Resin Filling: | 3M-USA, Ultradent-USA, Ivoclar-Liechtenstein, Coltene-Switzerland, GC-Japan, Dentsply-USA, VOCO-Germany | 4000 to 6500 INR |
| Composite Anterior Build-up | 3M-USA, Ultradent-USA, Ivoclar-Liechtenstein, Coltene-Switzerland, GC-Japan, Dentsply-USA | 7500 INR (US$ 85) |
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Contact Us: Teeth Care Centre, 2nd Floor, Pushpak66, Near Someshwar Jain Temple, 132ft Ring Road, Satellite, Ahmedabad 380015, India
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Why Are More Patients Replacing Old Metal Fillings with Aesthetic And Tooth Coloured Cavity Filling in Ahmedabad?
Aesthetic And Tooth Coloured Cavity Filling in Ahmedabad has become a preferred choice for many patients who want restorations that are both functional and visually natural. In the past, silver amalgam fillings were widely used, but modern patients are increasingly asking about tooth-colored alternatives for both new cavities and replacement of older fillings. One major reason is appearance. Tooth-colored fillings blend with natural enamel and are much less noticeable when speaking, smiling, or laughing. This is especially important for cavities in front teeth and visible back teeth. Another reason patients prefer Aesthetic And Tooth Coloured Cavity Filling in Ahmedabad is the conservative nature of the procedure. Composite materials bond directly to the tooth, which often allows the dentist to preserve more natural tooth structure compared to some traditional filling approaches. These restorations are also mercury-free, which some patients prefer for peace of mind, even though replacement decisions should always be based on clinical need rather than fear alone. Older metal fillings can sometimes wear down, crack, leak, or stain the surrounding tooth structure over time. In such cases, replacing them with tooth-colored fillings may improve both the appearance and the seal of the restoration. Modern composite materials have also improved significantly in strength and durability, making them suitable for many back teeth as well when placed properly. Dentists can match the shade of the filling closely to surrounding enamel, creating a more seamless result. Another advantage is that tooth-colored fillings can often be used to repair small chips and minor defects, not just cavities. Patients should still understand that no filling lasts forever, and long-term success depends on bite forces, oral hygiene, cavity size, and regular checkups. Dentists usually evaluate old fillings during routine visits to check for leakage, cracks, recurrent decay, or marginal breakdown. Replacing a filling should not be done just for trend purposes if the existing one is healthy and functioning well. However, when aesthetics, damage, or recurrent decay become concerns, Aesthetic And Tooth Coloured Cavity Filling in Ahmedabad offers a modern solution that combines strength, beauty, and tooth preservation in one treatment.