Q. Hello  Recently i had recieved 2 fillings in my two front teeth, not because of cavities, but because i had calcium deposits removed. My dentist replaced them with the composite bonding. Afterwards, I felt really naive because i didnt bother to question my dentist on how the procedure took place. I didnt know that he was going to actually drill away at my enamel in order to remove the stains. If i would have known that, i WOULDNT have had my calcium stains removed because they werent entirely noticeable; and plus composite doesnt compare to real enamel, right? I would really like to be enlightened on composite bonding. After my procedure, i visit some websites and did some research; and all of the statistics on composite bonding has astonished me in a negative way. My resources tell me that composite bonding doest last long, it stains over time and deteriorates.I am EXTREMLY concerned because those statistics have made me feel like i made the biggest mistake of my life. Im afraid to eat certain things because i feel my teeth or going to chip or stain. I am a smoker and im unsure if smoking will have a negative affect on my teeth. Im only 20 years old and i have a long life ahead of me. I am somewhat afraid that i will have to run back and forth to the dentist as i get older, worst of all; i will be a candidate for partials by the time im 35. I would be so greatful if you could give me your input on composite bonding. Everyone is telling me not to worry and to just eat regularly and do everything as i would normally do. But I have so many questions, it is hard for me to remain at ease. Here are a few questions….. -how does alcohol and smoking affect compostie fillings -if i am tewnty now, by what age will my fillings wear off, or will they wear off? -does composite filling make your teeth weaker, i.e break easily, chip, -are there special kinds of tooth paste made for composite feelings to remain white -How do i take proper care of my two front teeth (containing the composite). Thank You so much for your time.