Dental Fillings Offered at Our Commerce Office!

The majority of our patients prefer white fillings, and we agree! Thy are the most attractive and very durable. White fillings have become a great choice vs silver (amalgam) fillings. The technology has advanced to the point where they have become very strong and effective. Typically, white dental fillings are made of high strength composite resins. These resins can easily be color matched to the surrounding teeth. White fillings are great options for the front teeth as they are aesthetically beautiful. Because of their strength, white fillings can even be used for the back teeth as well.

When the cavity is too large for a filling, resin inlay/onlay or white porcelain can be used. An inlay is used used within the cusp tips of the tooth or teeth. Onlays or overlays, will overlay one or more cusps – this will protect and strengthen the tooth.

Although we prefer to use white composite fillings, in some circumstances, silver or amalgam fillings are required. Silver can be of concern, as the silver edges sometimes are prone to wear and break. For this reason, amalgam fillings are not ideal, because cavities can begin when the tooth is not protected. In addition to wearing and breaking, silver fillings will contract and expand over time, which increases the chances for them to split. To make matters worse, the mercury in the silver fillings corrode and leak, causing the restorations to turn black, staining the teeth and gums.