Why composite
Composite resin is matched to the shade of your tooth and bonded directly to it. Because it bonds, we can usually remove less healthy tooth than an older-style metal filling needs. It's also used to repair small chips and close small gaps.
Conservative by habit
Dr. Bansal's approach is to do what's necessary and no more. Very early decay can sometimes be watched and strengthened with fluoride instead of drilled. When a filling is the right call, we'll show you why, on your X-ray or with an intraoral photo.
Replacing old metal fillings
Old silver (amalgam) fillings don't need replacing just because they're dark. We recommend replacing one when it's cracked, leaking, or has decay around it. If you want older fillings replaced for appearance, we'll talk through the pros and cons honestly.
What to expect
- 01
Numbing
Dr. Bansal is known for gentle injections. Most patients barely feel it.
- 02
Clean out decay
We remove the decayed part of the tooth and nothing more.
- 03
Bond and shape
Composite goes in layer by layer, hardened with a curing light and shaped to your bite.
- 04
Polish
We check how your teeth meet and polish the filling smooth.