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Thursday, January 19, 2012
White Fillings vs. Amalgam Fillings
In the past, dentists commonly used metal amalgam material to fill cavities. While these fillings accomplished their purpose, they were less than ideal for a number of reasons:
- Amalgam fillings expand and contract with temperature changes, making the tooth prone to fracture
- Amalgam fillings contain mercury, which can present health risks due to its toxicity
- Amalgam fillings are unsightly and can mar an otherwise beautiful smile with large blotches of metal
Fortunately, advances in dental technology now provide you with alternatives to amalgam fillings which achieve better results. White fillings, also called tooth-colored fillings, are made of a composite material. They can be matched to the exact shade of your natural teeth, giving you a much more natural looking result that will not detract from your smile.
White fillings also offer several other important advantages over amalgam fillings. They can restore the strength of your natural tooth. Since they do not expand and contract with temperature changes, your tooth will not be prone to fracture. Less tooth structure must be removed with white fillings, and you are not exposed to the same health risks associated with amalgam fillings.
Many cosmetic dentists will replace old metal fillings with white fillings. The procedure is safe, and it will provide your teeth with the many benefits listed above for years to come. Ask your cosmetic dentist about replacing old amalgam fillings with white fillings. Your teeth and your smile will be improved immensely.
Please contact an experienced cosmetic dentist in your area today to schedule your initial consultation
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Andrew
at
10:15 AM
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