Cosmetic Composite Restorations London, ON
ENHANCE YOUR SMILE
What Are Cosmetic Composite Restorations?
Cosmetic composite restorations are a conservative treatment used to repair and enhance the appearance of teeth while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible. Using durable, tooth-coloured composite materials, Dr. Kabak, Dr. Yurchuk, and Dr. Fady Ashour can restore chipped, fractured, worn, or decayed teeth while creating results that blend naturally with your smile.
At Westmount Dental Office, every restoration is carefully planned with attention to tooth shape, colour, function, and long term durability. Our dentists focus on preventing recurrent decay while delivering restorations that look natural and support healthy oral function. For many procedures, our team uses a rubber dam to isolate the treatment area. This improves comfort and safety while creating a clean, dry environment that allows composite materials to bond securely for long lasting results.
What Can Cosmetic Composite Restorations Treat?
Cosmetic composite restorations may be recommended for a range of aesthetic and minor restorative concerns involving the front teeth. They are designed to improve the appearance of the smile while also restoring proper shape and function. This treatment may be used to:
Repair broken or chipped front teeth
Close small gaps between teeth
Reduce the appearance of black triangles near the gums
Restore undersized or uneven teeth to a more natural shape
Because composite resin is colour matched to your natural teeth, restorations blend seamlessly into your smile.
Replacing Old Amalgam Fillings
Many patients still have older silver amalgam fillings that were placed years ago. While amalgam has been a durable restorative material, these fillings can contribute to tooth fractures over time. As teeth naturally flex during chewing, older amalgam fillings may create stresses that lead to cracks developing within the tooth.
At Westmount Dental Office, Dr. Kabak, Dr. Yurchuk, and Dr. Fady Ashour carefully evaluate existing amalgam restorations during routine examinations. If an older filling shows signs of leakage, surrounding decay, or crack formation, replacing it with a modern tooth-coloured composite restoration or a dental crown may help strengthen the tooth and reduce the risk of future fracture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are cosmetic composite restorations?
Cosmetic composite restorations use tooth-coloured resin materials to repair damaged teeth while improving their appearance. They can restore cavities, chipped teeth, worn edges, fractures, and other minor cosmetic concerns while blending naturally with your existing smile.
Are composite restorations noticeable?
No. Composite materials are carefully colour matched to your natural teeth, making restorations very difficult to notice. Dr. Kabak and Dr. Yurchuk also shape and polish each restoration to closely resemble the natural contours and texture of surrounding teeth.
How long do composite restorations last?
With proper oral hygiene, regular dental checkups, and good home care, composite restorations can last many years. Their longevity depends on the size of the restoration, bite forces, and daily habits such as grinding or clenching your teeth.
Can old silver fillings be replaced?
Yes. Many patients choose to replace older amalgam fillings with modern tooth-coloured composite restorations. If an existing filling shows signs of wear, leakage, decay, or surrounding cracks, your dentist may recommend replacing it to help protect the tooth.
Is getting a composite filling painful?
Composite restorations are typically completed comfortably using local anesthesia whenever needed. Our team focuses on providing gentle, patient-centred care while restoring your tooth with durable, natural-looking materials that support long term oral health.
