Skip to content Composite fillings that repair cavities and blend in with the rest of your tooth.
A tooth-colored filling repairs a cavity with composite resin, which we shade to match your natural tooth. After we remove the decay, we build the composite up in layers and harden each one with a light. The finished filling restores the tooth’s shape so you can bite and chew normally again. Since the material contains no metal, it’s much harder to spot than a traditional silver filling.
Cavities rarely announce themselves. Many are found during a routine exam or on an X-ray before they ever hurt. Catching them early usually means a smaller filling and less of the natural tooth removed. We’ll show you the X-ray or intraoral image so you can see exactly what we’re treating and why.
Sometimes a cavity turns out to be more than a filling can fix. If a tooth is cracked or badly weakened, it may need a CEREC crown, which we can often place in a single visit. If decay has reached the nerve, it may need a root canal. We handle both here, along with cleanings, exams, and other everyday care, so a small problem doesn’t send you off to a new office.
Our office is on the Leander–Cedar Park line, which keeps routine visits like fillings close to home. Patients in Leander and Cedar Park, and in nearby neighborhoods like Block House Creek, Silverado Ranch, and Crystal Falls, can usually get here in a few minutes.
We’ll start by taking X-rays or images to see how large the cavity is, then show you what we found. If there’s more than one way to treat it, we’ll explain each option and what it costs. Our goal is to make sure you understand your choices so we can decide together on the treatment that fits your personal and financial needs.
Once you’re ready, we’ll numb the area, remove the decay, and clean the tooth. We place the composite in thin layers and harden each layer with a curing light. Then we shape and polish the filling and check your bite.
The filling is fully set by the time you leave, but it’s best to wait until the numbness wears off before eating so you don’t bite your cheek or tongue. Some people feel mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a short time afterward. If your bite feels high or the sensitivity doesn’t go away, call us.
If dental visits make you uneasy, just ask for noise-canceling headphones, a blanket, a neck pillow, or something to drink. Nitrous oxide is also available.
Dental insurance most often covers fillings. SmileCraft Dental is in network with most major PPO plans, and we also offer fee-for-service care. Before your appointment, we’ll check your benefits and give you an estimate. That matters for composite fillings, because some plans pay for a tooth-colored filling on a back tooth at the lower silver-filling rate. Replacing healthy silver fillings for cosmetic reasons may not be covered at all.
If you don’t have insurance, our Dental Savings Plan gives members 30% off most treatments, including fillings. It also includes two exams, two cleanings, X-rays, and a fluoride treatment each year. Membership is $449 a year for an individual. The family membership is $699 a year for two adults and two children under 16, and each additional child is $199. It’s a discount plan, not dental insurance.
If you need several fillings or a larger treatment plan, you can finance through Cherry and apply on our website.
Block House Creek and Silverado Ranch are about 5 to 8 minutes from our door, and most of Cedar Park is within 10 minutes. SmileCraft Dental is at 1513 E New Hope Dr Ste. A1, Leander, TX 78641, on the Leander–Cedar Park line. We’re a short walk from Scheels and close to Haute Spot. The Cedar Park Costco and the new Nebraska Furniture Mart are also nearby.
| Area | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Silverado Ranch | 5–8 min |
| Block House Creek | 5–8 min |
| Cedar Park | 5–10 min |
| Avery Ranch | 10–12 min |
| Crystal Falls | 10–12 min |
| Leander | 10–12 min |
| Mayfield Ranch | 10–15 min |
| Vista Oaks | 10–15 min |
| Apple Springs | 12–15 min |
| Bar W Ranch | 12–15 min |
| Brushy Creek | 12–15 min |
| Sendero Springs | 12–15 min |
| Travisso | 12–15 min |
| Lively Ranch | 15–18 min |
| Santa Rita Ranch | 15–20 min |
Drive times are estimates and can change with traffic.
For most small-to-medium cavities, composite fillings hold up well. Very large fillings, or fillings in teeth that take heavy chewing forces, sometimes call for a different option, such as a crown. We’ll tell you if that applies to your tooth.
There’s no set lifespan. A filling’s lifespan depends on its size and location, your bite, grinding habits, and how well you care for your teeth. We check every filling at your regular exams so we can spot wear early.
Not necessarily. If they’re intact and the tooth is healthy, there’s often no clinical reason to remove them. If they’re cracked or failing, or you’d prefer the look of tooth-colored fillings, we can replace them with composite.
Some people feel mild sensitivity to hot or cold for a short time. It usually fades on its own. If it lingers or your bite feels off, call us so we can check it.
If you have a cavity, a sensitive spot, or an old filling you’re wondering about, book a visit, and we’ll take a look.
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