After decay is removed from a tooth, something must be placed in that space to give strength back to the tooth. Fillings are the most common restorative procedure. Our office uses only mercury-free fillings.
White
fillings: White (mercury-free) fillings are an alternative to silver (amalgam)
fillings. White fillings are made of a strong composite resin that is matched
to the surrounding tooth color. In the past, white fillings were placed only
on front teeth, but recently a stronger more durable material has been developed
that can withstand the chewing pressure of back teeth.
White fillings are often preferable because:
- Cosmetic reasons
- Many patients prefer mercury-free fillings
- Patients with sensitivity to heat or cold find metal-free fillings to be more comfortable.
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