What Is a Tooth Filling?
To treat a cavity your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decayed material once lived
Most people experience tooth decay at some point in their lives. genetics and lifestyle are huge factors in tooth cavities. But regardless of those factors you need to get your teeth checked up every 6 month and treat possible cavities in early stage before they reach the nerve
At Omni Dental , we offer dental fillings as well as a variety of other dental treatments. Our goal is to identify the treatments that are best suited for your individual needs. So, we will complete an exam and then make suggestions that can be used to improve your smile
Dental Implant
Emergency Care
Teeth cleaning
What Types Of Dental Filling Is Available?
Amalgam Fillings:
Dental amalgam (silver filling) is a dental filling material used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. It has been used for more than 150 years in hundreds of millions of patients around the world.
Dental amalgam is a mixture of metals, consisting of liquid (elemental) mercury and a powdered alloy composed of silver, tin, and copper. Approximately 50% of dental amalgam is elemental mercury by weight. The chemical properties of elemental mercury allow it to react with and bind together the silver/copper/tin alloy particles to form an amalgam.
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Tooth Colored Fillings
Composite resins, or tooth-colored fillings, provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small- to mid-size fillings that need to withstand moderate pressure from the constant stress of chewing. They can be used on either front or back teeth. They are a good choice for people who prefer that their fillings look more natural.
Composites cost more than amalgam and occasionally are not covered by some insurance plans. Also, no dental filling lasts forever. Some studies show that composite fillings can be less durable and need to be replaced more often than amalgam fillings.
It generally takes longer to place a composite filling than it does for a metal filling. That’s because composite fillings require the tooth be kept clean and dry while the cavity is being filled. Tooth-colored fillings are now used more often than amalgam or gold fillings, probably due to cosmetics. In a society focused on a white, bright smile, people tend to want fillings that blend with the natural color of their teeth.
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Porcelain Fillings
Porcelain, are more resistant to staining than composite resin material but are also more abrasive. This material generally lasts more than 15 years and can cost as much as gold.
