With over a century of industry presence, this dental filling offers numerous advantages over alternatives. It’s cost-effective, robust, long-lasting, and incorporates a bacteria-fighting agent to hinder harmful bacterial growth. Amalgam’s versatility allows for easy manipulation during application due to its initial softness, gradually hardening on the tooth. Typically outlasting composite fillings (up to 12 years), recent advancements in composite materials may influence this durability perspective shortly.
Dental composites are frequently chosen for fillings as they blend seamlessly with the natural tooth colour, providing a more discreet appearance than their silver counterparts. However, while familiar, these composites must match the durability and strength of metal or porcelain alternatives and may be more prone to discoloration and wear. Once widespread, Mercury (silver) fillings have been found to weaken the tooth structure, prompting the suggestion of alternatives. For inconspicuous fillings, options like porcelain or tooth-coloured materials offer both aesthetic appeal and tooth reinforcement.
If you’d like to replace silver fillings with tooth-coloured onlays, we’re here to help with a two-step process. We removed the old filling and decay, took an impression for our lab, and provided a temporary only. The lab then crafts a natural-looking artificial tooth using resin. At your next appointment, we apply conditioning gel, bond the onlay with high-intensity light, and polish it for seamless integration. If you want more details or to schedule a consultation, contact our nearest Dentology Dentists in Burlington, Ontario, office, where our welcoming receptionists are ready to help you.
