The short answer to this question is 7 to 10 years. The long answer is that it depends on the type of home care you're providing for your smile. Here's what you should know.
Proper Care for Tooth-Colored Fillings
Like any dental restoration, when you provide consistent home care for your composite fillings, they will serve you for much longer.
Tooth-colored fillings are made of composite resin, which Dr. Kaplan bonds directly to your tooth, making them extra durable.
Here are some helpful tips for caring for your composite fillings:
- Consistent daily brushing — Keeping your teeth clean and plaque-free will prevent wear and breakdown of your restorations.
- Never use teeth as tools — Rely on your teeth only for chewing food. Never use them to carry, tear, or open items.
- Avoid certain foods — Biting directly into hard foods like an apple or crusty bread could damage a composite filling.
- Wear a nightguard — If you clench or grind (bruxism) your teeth at night, wearing a protective appliance, like a custom nightguard, will protect your teeth and restorations from the damage caused by bruxism.
Contact Our Team
Call us at (973) 895-3100 if you have questions about tooth-colored fillings in Randolph, NJ.