Philip M Robitaille, D.D.S. & Associates

Composite resin fillings are the most common alternative to dental amalgam. They are sometimes called “tooth-colored” or “white” fillings because of their color. Composite resin fillings are made of a type of plastic (an acrylic resin) reinforced with powdered glass filler. Composite resin is often placed in layers to build up the final restoration, then cured with an “ultraviolet light.” This light energy speeds up a chemical reaction of the components causing the soft material to harden and bond to the tooth. This material is considered safe. The color (shade) of composite resins can be customized to closely match surrounding teeth. This plastic and glass mixture contains no metal and can be shaped to resemble a real tooth. It is usually hard to tell that a tooth has even been filled!

The best way to fight cavities and maintain healthy gums and teeth is to keep up on your daily habit of proper oral hygiene.

Yes, it’s actually better since there is no need to inject a pregnant patient with anesthetics for the majority of procedures

It’s great for kids. It’s faster, and most procedures are done without a shot, the drill or pain. Because there is no need for a shot, multiple procedures can be done in one appointment, meaning less time at the dentist. A child can go right back to school or eat right after their appointment because they don’t leave with a numb feeling.

In most cases, Solea allows the dentist to remove amalgam minimizing the loss of tooth structure.

Solea uses computer-controlled laser technology to smoothly, quickly, and safely vaporize the hard (teeth) and soft (gums) tissues in one’s mouth. For more information, click here.

Solea is not a replacement for one’s hygiene check-ups.

Solea is cleared to cut enamel (teeth), soft tissue (gum), and bone. Some procedure examples include: cavities, gingivectomies, frenectomies, aphthous ulcers, fibroma removals, crown lengthenings, and more.

The vast majority of patients report not feeling anything during the procedure, while others report a mild sensation of cold.

CEREC is an advanced dental restorative system that allows your dentist to restore decayed teeth, place crowns, remove defective amalgam fillings, or place cosmetic veneers in just one appointment. This allows you to have the highest quality, most lifelike dental restorations in just one visit to the dentist…in, out, and on with your busy life.

The Opalescence light-activated whitening gel’s active ingredient is Hydrogen Peroxide. As Hydrogen Peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching any colored substance while keeping the structure of the tooth unchanged. The Opalescence! light aids in activating the Hydrogen Peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth.

Opalescence is a bleaching process that lightens discoloration of enamel and dentin. The Opalescence In-Office Whitening System uses proprietary technology to whiten your teeth an average of eight shades* in a little over an hour while you relax in our office – it’s ideal for anyone who wants immediate results.

We use porcelain crowns. If you have further questions, please call the office at (508) 674-0551. Thank you.