For years there has been debate in the dental profession regarding
the pros and cons of using silver amalgam fillings, which contain about
50% mercury, to restore cavities. While it has not been proven scientifically
mercury can harm you, we have chosen to not use silver amalgam/mercury
fillings, as the technology involved with them is well over 100 years
old. There are also several drawbacks to them, which can cause trouble
for teeth with silver fillings.
At our office we prefer to provide our patients with the newest and
best alternatives available, which are bonded ceramic composite resins.
Not only do they look natural, they provide a much better service and
protection for your teeth, as they eliminate all the shortcomings of
the old fashioned silver fillings. They seal the teeth better, insulate
against hot and cold better, and if they wear down they can be repaired
more easily. Many people who are undergoing a cosmetic improvement on
their front teeth elect to have dark silver fillings in their back teeth
replaced
with the bonded ceramic resins to provide a total cosmetic improvement.
Please call the office if you want to look into replacing any of your
old, unsightly silver fillings.
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