Services
What Are Dental Fillings?
Dental fillings are used to repair teeth that have been damaged by decay or minor fractures. At Kind Heart Dental in Santa Maria, CA, we offer composite (tooth-colored) fillings that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. These restorations not only protect your tooth from further decay but also restore its function and appearance with a natural look.
How It Works
A Simple 3-Step Process
Step 1
Schedule Your Appointment
Book a visit with Dr. Christiane Trigueros for a thorough examination of your tooth.
Step 2
Remove Decay and Place the Filling
We gently remove the decayed area and fill the space with a tooth-colored composite material.
Step 3
Shape and Polish for a Natural Look
The filling is sculpted to match your tooth’s shape and polished for a smooth, natural finish.
Benefits of Composite Fillings
Composite fillings offer both aesthetic and functional advantages for patients seeking a natural restoration.
- Matches your natural tooth color
- Preserves more healthy tooth structure
- Bonds directly to the tooth for added strength
- Safe and metal-free material
- Quick and comfortable treatment process
Why Choose Kind Heart Dental?
Dr. Christiane Trigueros combines precision and a gentle approach to ensure your filling is both durable and beautifully blended. We use the latest materials to deliver restorations that look and feel natural while protecting your long-term oral health.
Frequently Asked Questions
They’re made from a tooth-colored resin that bonds to your natural enamel for a strong, seamless restoration.
With proper care, composite fillings typically last 5 to 10 years or longer.
Yes. They are free of mercury and made from biocompatible materials that are safe for your mouth.
Most fillings are completed with local anesthesia for a pain-free experience.
Absolutely. We can safely remove old amalgam fillings and replace them with composite materials for a more natural appearance.