In years past, we had one option for strengthening a tooth after decay: amalgam—or silver—fillings. Amalgam is still an effective way to stop the spread of tooth decay in some situations, but tooth-colored fillings strengthen and protect the tooth while appearing completely natural. Whereas amalgam fillings are easy to spot given their gray color, we can make tooth-colored fillings to blend in seamlessly with the tooth. Laugh, speak, and smile all you want; no one will even know you have a filling.
Tooth-colored fillings in Chesterfield, MO are a cost-effective way to keep your teeth healthy and to correct specific cosmetic dental problems. Some patients even opt to replace their amalgam fillings with more esthetic tooth-colored fillings. Find out more by calling Clarkson Dental Group. Our tooth colored fillings start at $307.
A cavity is an area of decay on your tooth that will continue to grow larger if it is not treated. The smaller the cavity, the easier it is to fill. When cavities are not treated, bacteria can get in, causing an infection deep within the tooth root. If that happens, treatment will involve a root canal rather than a filling.
Early detection of tooth decay is just another reason it’s essential to visit the team at Clarkson Dental Group for routine examinations.
Dental bonding can usually repair minor chips, depending on the location of the damage. Before your treatment, Dr. Scott Mahlin performs an oral health exam to determine if dental bonding is the best treatment for you.
Dr. Mahlin begins treatment by mixing the composite resin material to match the natural shade of your teeth. Your dentist then prepares the tooth's surface, applies a liquid bonding agent, and shapes the resin to the tooth in layers. We cure each layer using ultraviolet light until we perfectly rebuild the tooth.
Dental bonding can repair and restore the following issues:
At Clarkson Dental Group, we want you to have a comfortable and healthy smile. Once we repair your teeth, you will be free to enjoy life just like before without hiding your smile or experiencing pain.
To ensure you and your family receive the exceptional dentistry you deserve, we offer an in-house dental membership plan with budget-friendly specials and offers.
We serve Chesterfield, Wildwood, Ellisville, Town and Country, Clarkson Valley, Ballwin, and surrounding locales.
At Clarkson Dental Group, we prefer composite resin fillings to repair cavities and strengthen decayed teeth. Unlike silver amalgam fillings, composite fillings bond directly to the tooth’s enamel, resulting in less tooth removal.
A composite resin filling—also known as a tooth-colored filling—is made from a composite resin material that your dentist matches to the natural shade of your teeth. Your dentist uses this material to restore tooth decay and improve the appearance of the decayed tooth.
We start by matching the resin to the shade of your surrounding teeth and applying it in layers onto the tooth. We cure it with a special light to solidify the filling with each layer. Finally, we polish the restored tooth, so your smile looks as good as new.
Do you have a cavity and want to maintain a beautiful, white smile? Please contact our Chesterfield dental office today to schedule your consultation or learn more about our in-house dental membership plan.
We serve Chesterfield, Wildwood, Ellisville, Town and Country, Clarkson Valley, Ballwin, and surrounding locales.
Using a composite material that can be colored to match your natural tooth, tooth-colored fillings are an effective way to esthetically repair tooth decay. There are other advantages to tooth-colored fillings:
Dr. Scott Mahlin can use composite material to reshape a tooth as well as conceal tooth flaws. Cosmetic bonding is an inexpensive way to enhance the look of your smile. It can address 
the following cosmetic issues:
Our patients love tooth-colored composite fillings because of their natural look. At Clarkson Dental Group, we appreciate them because they offer a way to restore and improve teeth in a conservative way.
If you think you might have a cavity, would like to have an amalgam filling replaced, or if you need minor repairs to your smile, please give us a call for more information or to schedule a dental appointment.
Well if you dread a trip to the dentist, just go to Dr. Mahlin at Clarkson Dental Group on Clarkson. What a delightful group of people! I, in fact, look forward to seeing them, they are so friendly, pleasant and welcoming. I’ve been going there for about 18 yrs.+ and they not only are exceptionally good at what they do, but they make sure you are as comfortable as you can be in a dental chair! I’ve sent many friends to them and they feel as I do: this group of people are professionally the best! Marge Rittenhouse Chesterfield, MO
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In the past, patients did not have choices. If they had a cavity, it meant a silver amalgam filling. Today, we are proud to offer tooth-colored fillings in Chesterfield, MO. Not only are they more aesthetically pleasing compared to their silver predecessors, but they have benefits you may not ...
At Clarkson Dental Group, we want to help you attain your healthiest, most attractive smile. We offer various customized dentistry services to improve and enhance one’s oral health and appearance, including cosmetic dental bonding and tooth-colored fillings.
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Chesterfield native Dr. Scott Mahlin earned his Bachelor of Arts degree at St. Louis University. He went on to earn a DDS at the University of Missouri at Kansas City; he did a sedation residency at the University of Alabama. His continuing education includes:
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