Why Choose Tooth-Colored Fillings?
Gone are the days when a cavity meant a noticeable silver filling. At Treasure Valley Family Dentistry in Meridian, Idaho, we use advanced composite resin materials to create tooth-colored fillings that are virtually invisible. Whether you're treating a new cavity or replacing an old amalgam filling, composite fillings restore your tooth's function and beauty in a single visit.
Tooth-colored fillings offer significant advantages over traditional metal amalgam. They bond directly to the tooth surface, which means less healthy tooth structure needs to be removed during preparation. They contain no mercury or metal, making them a more biocompatible choice. And because they're precisely shade-matched to your natural teeth, they're completely invisible in your smile — even up close.
Dr. Yeakley has placed thousands of composite fillings over more than two decades of practice, delivering results that look natural and last for years. Whether you're visiting from Meridian, Boise, Eagle, Star, or anywhere in the Treasure Valley, you can trust our team to restore your teeth with precision, comfort, and care.
Benefits of Composite Fillings
Natural Appearance
Same-Day Treatment
Mercury-Free
Preserves Tooth Structure
Amalgam Filling Replacement
If you have old silver amalgam fillings that you'd like to replace, you're not alone. Many of our patients in Meridian and throughout the Treasure Valley choose to upgrade their amalgam fillings to tooth-colored composites — whether for cosmetic reasons, concerns about mercury content, or because the old fillings are showing signs of wear.
Not every amalgam filling needs to be replaced. Dr. Yeakley carefully evaluates each restoration during your comprehensive exam and recommends replacement only when it's in your best interest — whether due to decay under the filling, cracks, wear, or your personal preference. When replacement is appropriate, the process is straightforward, comfortable, and typically completed in a single visit.
