White Fillings in Nashville

Natural-looking composite resin fillings are superior to outdated mercury amalgam fillings.
  • A more biocompatible and conservative treatment choice for repairing cavities
  • BPA and mercury-free
  • Blends in with your natural enamel
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At Nashville Restorative Dentistry, we only use biocompatible tooth-colored white fillings to address cavities and minor tooth damage. These composite resins are made from modern metal-free materials and are placed with the most current techniques. We’ve intentionally chosen to use composite resins which are BPA-free, so you have even less concern about what’s going into your mouth.

Health-conscious dentists like Drs. Ryan Jones and Caleb Estes only use composites to repair cavities. Unlike mercury-containing amalgam fillings, composites are created to resolve dental issues without compromising health.

What are the benefits of white fillings?

White fillings look like your natural teeth, but that’s not where the benefits end. They also create significantly less fracturing of teeth compared to amalgam fillings, they don’t corrode to create a dark staining of teeth or gums, and they provide a superior bond and seal to the tooth compared to outdated amalgam fillings. Some other benefits of composite resin fillings include:

  • Safety: Our fillings don’t contain mercury or BPA.
  • Aesthetics: Composite fillings are created from tooth-colored material, helping us repair your teeth without leaving evidence of dental work.
  • Versatility: While composite fillings are most often used to repair cavities, they can be used for so much more. We can use composites to repair minor tooth chipping, cover sensitive tooth roots, and even place composite resin veneers to cosmetically improve your smile.
  • Durability: With proper care, your fillings should last for many years.  Composite fillings are also easily repairable if the need arises.
  • Conservative treatment: Placing composite fillings is a minimally invasive treatment. We only remove as much of the tooth as necessary to repair the damage.  Preserving your natural tooth structure increases the likelihood that your tooth will remain healthy and strong for many years.

How are white fillings placed?

Placing white fillings is a comfortable and conservative procedure. First the tooth is numbed with a dental anesthetic.  Next, the damaged or decayed portion of the tooth is removed and the remaining tooth structure is microabraded and cleaned with ozone therapy to kill bacteria. Next, the composite resin is placed and contoured to achieve the desired shape. Then, a specific wavelength blue curing light is used to harden the material for durable results. Before you go, we will adjust and polish your filling and confirm your bite feels natural.

What if I have amalgam fillings?

Mercury amalgam metal fillings should be a thing of the past. This outdated material is an alloy of metals which is primarily made up of mercury. Mercury is a potent neurotoxin and associated with a range of adverse health effects and systemic illnesses. We understand your concerns if mercury fillings are still in your mouth. 

As a holistic and mercury-free practice, we do not use any mercury amalgam materials and provide safe mercury removal protocols to replace unwanted amalgams with biocompatible alternatives. Additionally, Nashville Restorative Dentistry is a proud mercury-safe provider. We have invested in training and safeguards to minimize mercury exposure during the amalgam filling removal process. Mercury is generally released at much higher levels as fillings are removed if done without care and preventative systems in place. We follow the IAOMT SMART protocol to safely remove your amalgam fillings, minimizing mercury exposure to the patient, dental team, and environment.

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Nashville Restorative Dentistry

Dr. Ryan M. Jones, DDS, FAGD, near me

Dr. Ryan M. Jones

Ryan M. Jones, DDS, FAGD, focuses on delivering excellence in dental care and creating beautiful smiles, fighting disease and inflammation, using biocompatible materials, and educating patients about their scope of treatment options. He is an alumnus of Brentwood High School, the University of Tennessee (Knoxville), and the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry (Memphis). He is a graduate and mentor for the Kois Center in Seattle, a world-class post-graduate facility focusing on comprehensive patient care. He has taken the Pikos Institute (Tampa, FL) curriculum, which is focused on advanced surgical techniques. He’s also earned a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) and is currently expanding his digital dentistry and Exocad knowledge in various courses.

Dr. Jones is also passionate about providing for the underserved and has taken part in many dentistry-related charity and community projects.

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Dr. Caleb M. Estes, DMD, FAGD near me

Dr. Caleb M. Estes

Caleb M. Estes, DMD, FAGD, is a dedicated professional with a strong academic background and extensive postdoctoral education. After graduating from Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville and earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the SIU School of Dental Medicine, he has constantly pursued advanced training. He has earned a Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry and is a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center. Before joining Nashville Restorative Dentistry, he served in the US Army as a general dentist and a Captain, deploying alongside US and NATO forces to Afghanistan in 2015. He also completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program with the Army during this time.

Dr. Estes’ passion is to provide excellence in clinical dentistry and patient care while using the best restorative and preventative materials available. Accomplished in both surgical and restorative dentistry, he finds great fulfillment in transforming smiles and instilling confidence in his patients.

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We proudly serve patients in Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs, Tennessee and beyond.

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