Resin Composite

Resin composite is a tooth-coloured restorative material made from a resin matrix combined with glass or ceramic filler particles. It is used to repair decayed, fractured or discoloured teeth and to restore small to moderate cavities while preserving more natural tooth structure than many other restorations.

Applied in layers and hardened with a curing light, resin composite bonds directly to enamel and dentine, allowing the dentist to shape and polish it to blend with adjacent teeth. It offers good aesthetics and conservative tooth preparation, but can stain or wear over time and may need repair or replacement after several years depending on location and oral care.