Are you concerned that you may have holes or cavities in your teeth?
Do you experience pain when brushing certain teeth or sensitivity when consuming hot or cold foods? Then you may have tooth decay that requires a dental filling. Dental fillings help to restore your teeth and relieve the pain associated with cavities.
There are several different types of dental fillings, which include:
Porcelain Inlays
Porcelain fillings are a popular choice for fillings due to their ability to be matched to the colour of the natural tooth and their stain resistance.
Composite Fillings
Composite fillings are made up of acrylic resin and finely ground glasslike particles. This produces the most natural appearance for your restoration. Composite fillings don’t last as long as other types of fillings and are prone to wearing over time.
Amalgam Fillings
Amalgam fillings combine silver, copper, tin and mercury to create a strong and stable filling material. Amalgam fillings are durable and highly resistance to wear, although they are renowned for creating a dark appearance in the tooth.
Dental fillings help restore cavities and bring a damaged tooth back to its usual function and shape by filling the holes in teeth caused by decay and wear.
If you experience pain when brushing certain teeth or sensitivity when consuming hot or cold foods, then you may have tooth decay that requires a dental filling.
Each filling takes approximately 15 minutes from beginning to completion, depending on your individual situation.
For more information or to book an appointment, please contact us today!