Composite resin is an acrylic-based, tooth colored material made from glass and resin. Because of its natural look, composite resin is a favored by most dentists in tooth fillings and to repair defects in the teeth. Composites are often used on the front teeth where a natural appearance is important, but can be used on back teeth as well.

Advantages of using composite tooth colored fillings:

 · Composite bonded fillings look natural and are more aesthetically pleasing.

 · Composite bonding will not expand and contract with temperature changes, like amalgam (silver) fillings will. This reduces risk of tooth fractures.

 · Composite bonded fillings can be prepared with fluoride, so that the fluoride releases in the tooth to help prevent recurrent decay.