Tooth Fillings

Fillings

A dental restoration or dental filling is a dental restorative material used artificially to restore the function, integrity, and morphology of missing tooth structure. The structural loss typically results from caries or external trauma. Dental restorations may be fabricated out of a variety of materials. Disadvantages of Silver fillings:

Replacing Silver Fillings with a Tooth Colored Restoration

You can have your silver fillings replaced with tooth-colored restorations (onlays).

There are many advantages to tooth colored restorations. 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.

Your teeth are restored to a natural look and feel, they are stronger and the tooth is protected. The result is a beautiful smile!

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