LIMITED DEAL: $500* OFF INVISALIGN*
A damaged tooth can transform from a minor annoyance into a painful disruption of your daily life within hours. Modern dental fillings offer more than temporary relief—they provide durable, aesthetically pleasing solutions that restore both function and confidence to your smile while preserving your natural tooth structure.
At Enso Dental Arts, Dr. Maria Hiruma and her team understand the anxiety surrounding dental restorations. We combine advanced materials with gentle techniques to deliver fillings that seamlessly blend with your natural teeth, ensuring you leave our office with a comfortable, healthy smile.
Modern dental fillings have transformed dramatically from the silver amalgam restorations of the past. Today’s composite resin materials offer a perfect blend of strength, beauty, and longevity. These advanced materials contain microscopic glass particles embedded within a durable resin base, allowing them to mimic the natural translucency and color variations of your teeth.
Dr. Hiruma selects the ideal filling material based on several factors: the tooth’s location, the size of the restoration needed, and the chewing forces it will encounter. Back teeth receive stronger hybrid composites designed to withstand heavy bite pressure, while front teeth get finer composites polished to an almost invisible finish.
The bonding process represents one of dentistry’s greatest advances. Dr. Hiruma first prepares the tooth surface with a gentle etching solution, creating tiny microscopic spaces. The filling material then flows into these spaces and chemically bonds to your tooth structure, creating a seal stronger than the original tooth. This bond prevents bacteria from sneaking underneath and causing future decay.
Cavities are common. Nearly 80% of Americans have had at least one before the age of 18.
Cavities develop when oral bacteria produce acids that dissolve tooth enamel, creating small holes that gradually expand without treatment. Early intervention with fillings prevents the need for more extensive procedures like crowns or root canals. You may need a filling if you experience:
These symptoms indicate bacteria have penetrated your tooth’s protective enamel layer. Dr. Hiruma uses advanced diagnostic tools, including our wellness scan with iTero intraoral scanning technology, to provide a detailed view of your teeth and bite, identifying cavities in their earliest stages when treatment remains minimally invasive.
Our approach to dental fillings prioritizes your comfort while ensuring optimal clinical outcomes. Dr. Hiruma begins each appointment with a thorough examination, explaining her findings and treatment recommendations in clear, understandable terms.
We offer nitrous oxide sedation for patients who experience dental anxiety, creating a relaxed atmosphere that allows for precise, unhurried treatment. The affected tooth receives gentle numbing with a topical anesthetic before injection, minimizing discomfort throughout the procedure.
During filling placement, Dr. Hiruma removes only the damaged tooth structure, preserving as much healthy enamel as possible. She uses rubber dam isolation when appropriate to maintain a dry, sterile environment for optimal bonding. Each layer of composite material is carefully shaped and light-cured to achieve proper contours and bite relationships.
Post-treatment instructions ensure your new filling integrates successfully with your oral health routine, and we schedule follow-up appointments to monitor healing and make any necessary adjustments.
Don’t let a small cavity become a major dental problem. Early treatment with modern fillings preserves your natural tooth structure while restoring full function and appearance. Dr. Hiruma and her team at Enso Dental Arts combine technical precision with compassionate care, ensuring your filling procedure is comfortable and successful.
As a John Kois-trained dentist, Dr. Hiruma brings advanced training in restorative techniques to every procedure. Our practice focuses on building long-term patient relationships through education, prevention, and quality care tailored to your individual needs. Contact our Albertson, NY office at (516) 484-2676 or visit our contact form to schedule your consultation today.
GET IN TOUCH
**Requested time is not final until you receive confirmation from our office.
Please do not submit any Protected Health Information (PHI).
"*" indicates required fields
