Tooth Fillings

We are a mercury-free practice. However, many people still have silver/mercury fillings in their mouths from years past. These fillings are not particularly pleasing to the eye, and we know that by unavoidable design, silver/mercury fillings ultimately result in a weaker tooth structure. Direct-Bonded Resin Restorations (fillings), Porcelain inlays and Tooth Colored Restorations (onlays) create fillings that are not only beautiful (or unnoticeable) but also add strength to weakened teeth. These restorations are esthetically pleasing and very strong thanks to new bonding technologies.

Disadvantages of Silver fillings:

Silver fillings have many drawbacks. The edges of the silver filling can wear down, become weak or break. This results in the tooth not being protected and lets cavities get started once again. With age, the metal of a silver filling expands, contracts, and can split.

Silver fillings contain 50 percent mercury. They can corrode, leak and cause stains on your teeth and gums.

Fortunately, silver fillings can safely be replaced with Tooth-Colored Restorations.

Advantages of Tooth-Colored Restorations

There are many advantages to tooth-colored restorations. Direct-Bonded Resin Restorations and Resin onlays are bonded to the teeth creating a tight, superior fit to the natural tooth. Such restorations can be used in instances where much of the tooth structure has been lost. The tooth remains intact and stronger.

Since the resin used in tooth-colored restorations contain fluoride this can help prevent decay. The resin wears like natural teeth and does not require placement at the gum line, which is healthier for your gums!
Direct-Bonded Resin Restorations can be done in one day and in many instances, several can be done in a single visit.

The result is a beautiful smile!

Replacing Silver Fillings with a Tooth Colored Restoration

You can have your silver fillings replaced with tooth-colored restorations (onlays). This process requires two appointments.

Your First Appointment:

  1. The old filling is removed along with any additional decay.
  2. An impression is made of your teeth. A model of your teeth is made and sent to the lab.
  3. A temporary onlay is placed on the tooth.

At the Lab: A resin is carefully placed into the model of your teeth. It is then designed to look natural.

Your Second Appointment:

  1. The temporary onlay is removed.
  2. A conditioning gel is placed on your tooth to prepare it for the new onlay.
  3. Bonding cement is placed on the tooth and a high intensity light bonds the resin to the tooth.
  4. The tooth is then polished.

Your teeth are restored to a natural look and feel, they are stronger and the tooth is protected!

CBD Dental Care

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CBD Dental was recommended to me by one of my co-workers after having a horrible experience at a previous dental office. Dr. Serpas and Dr. Schmidt are the absolutely the best. Ms. Ashley provided stellar customer service and took exquisite care of me and my daughter. The part that everyone one hates it when it time to pay, but I must say Ms. Kendra put me at ease. She broke everything down for me and makes sure to keep me updated. Overall my experience has been nothing short of spectacular.

- Rena H

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Great experience

- Karl D

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As much as I hate going to the dentist with the shots and drilling and filling pain and have to get more shots . At CBD what a great experience they did it right the first time had no pain could not even fill the shot . Had a great experience for going to the dentist .

- gregory K

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Amazing!!! Great place to go for dental work hands down.

- Cardaryl j L

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Solid care from CBD dental.

- Evans L

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There was no waiting time. The office staff is extremely nice and polite. Dr. Schmidt is a great dentist; he is very professional, nice and empathetic with his patients.

- Nathania R

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Dr. Schmidt is outstanding!! He answered all of my (many!) questions and explained everything as he went. I felt very comfortable throughout my cleaning and procedures and would highly recommend him to any friend looking for a great dentist!

- Lesley D

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Very friendly & great service provided.

- Brandan O

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Felt very comfortable with Dr. Serpas and his staff.

- Theresa W

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Dr. Serpas and his staff at CBD dental are amazing. I am a member of the discount plan and don't have traditional insurance, so my choices for dentists are limited. I found CBD dental through the service after trying another place and being sorely disappointed in their service. (I had to wait two hours for an preset appt time) When I called CBD and explained to them how I was treated by the other dental service, they not only apologized on their behalf, but they promised I would never experience that at CBD Dental. They were not making empty promises. Since that phone call, I have been to CBD dental numerous times (I have bad teeth issues) and for everything from cleanings to root canals and soon, an implant. I have never been seen after the start of my appointment time and if I am early, they are usually ready for me (I do typically take morning appointments, so that could be why). In my experience with this office, everyone, from the Tracy and the front desk staff to the hygienists to the dentists, are amazing staff. Dr. Serpas is one of the best dentists I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. He is extremely professional, is an expert at numbing, encourages dark glasses so you're not blinded by the medical light, and made a clear, logical, understandable treatment plan. I always know what is coming up and I always understand the process I am having that day. If you are seeking reliable, professional, compassionate, and friendly service, I highly recommend CBD Dental Care.

- Bond R

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Consider it very lucky to have found this practice. The staff are wonderful and a high priority is placed on the patient being comfortable. Patient consideration is very visible in this practice from the time you walk in the door. I appreciate them and I am very hard to please. Again, it was a win for me.

- Karen V

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Very pleased with CBD dental care! I did feel a bit rushed during my filling, and had to wait in the chair for awhile, but I think this was due to another patient having a dental emergency. Overall very happy with the dental services I received.

- Madeleine F

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Friendly, Professional, Reassuring. My wife and I were on vacation and she bike a tooth. She was very scared and the staff all put her at ease. Thank you all.

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Thanks for your good care.

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Whole experience was great.

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The staff was great! Dr Philips is fast and does excellent work!

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Always impressed with the service and attention given to me here on each visit, and Doctor phillips always smells real good

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I've been a patient since 2006 and the service and care has always been excellent.

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