Composite Filling Procedure:

Following preparation, the dentist places the composite in layers, typically using a light specialised to harden each layer. When the process is finished, the dentist will shape the composite to fit the tooth. The dentist then polishes the composite to prevent staining and early wear. Aesthetics are the main advantage of composites, since dentists can blend shades to create a color nearly identical to that of the actual tooth. Composites bond to the tooth to support the remaining tooth structure, which helps to prevent breakage and insulate the tooth from excessive temperature changes.

Other Filling Options:

Metals: Gold or silver amalgam are the most common metals used for a cavity filling. Gold fillings can cost as much as 10 times more than silver amalgam fillings, but some people prefer the appearance of gold to silver fillings if they want the durability of metal versus a less-durable composite material. Some people don’t like the appearance of metal fillings, but metal fillings can last as long as 10-15 years before they need to be replaced.

Ceramic: A ceramic cavity filling (usually made of porcelain) is tooth-coloured, and it may be less likely to show tooth stains over time than a composite cavity filling. But the price is a factor—a ceramic filling can be nearly as expensive as a gold cavity filling.

Glass Ionomer: This blend of acrylic and glass is used to create a cavity filling that releases fluoride to help protect teeth. But a glass ionomer cavity filling is less durable than other types and may need to be replaced in as little as five years.

Amalgam Filling Removal:

If you still have old outdated Amalgam fillings, then it’s high time to get rid of them. Amalgam Fillings have high content mercury. We at Dominion Dental Care Center can remove your old fillings and remove them with safer and natural-looking White Composite Fillings.