Tooth Fillings

InSmyle Dental believes in mercury-free practice when it comes to dental fillings. Many people still use silver/mercury fillings that are not pleasing to our eyes. It also results in a weaker tooth structure. However, best-in-class porcelain inlays and Onlays can create fillings that are visually appealing and provide enhanced strength to weakened teeth.

Silver fillings have several disadvantages. It can become weak, get broken, and wear down can happen to the edges of a silver filling. It can also wear down. Thus cavities again start to accumulate. As time passes, the metal of the silver fillings can expand, contract, or split. The mercury within the silver fillings can stain the patient’s teeth due to corrosion. Tooth-colored restorations are the best alternative for silver fillings.

Tooth-colored restorations come with various benefits. Resin Onlay is bonded towards the teeth, which gives a tight and superior fit to the natural teeth. This type of restoration is the best in scenarios where most of the tooth structure has been lost. The tooth becomes stronger and remains intact with the help of tooth-colored fillings. The resins that are used consist of fluoride, which plays a vital role in preventing cavities. Resins also do not require placements in the gum line, which helps keep your gums healthy. It also looks similar to a natural tooth.

Two appointments are required for replacing silver fillings with a tooth-colored restoration.