By contactus
August 22, 2011
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There’s a Lot to Appreciate about Tooth-colored Fillings

Gone are the days when people have to settle for odd-looking tooth fillings called amalgam because the advantages of wearing such outweigh the risks and unlikely appearance. Thanks to modern day dental technology for tooth-colored fillings; we can have the protection provided by tooth fillings minus the safety issues and unnatural look.

The public obviously favors tooth-colored fillings because these are quite identical to the shade and overall look of natural teeth. From a dentist’s point of view, it is definitely better because more natural tooth structure can be saved with tooth-colored fillings. Older amalgam fillings necessitate “undercuts” or a particular tooth shape to keep the amalgam in place. To create undercuts, even healthy tooth structure can be removed. Moreover, excessive undercutting can also weaken the tooth.

Tooth-colored fillings are also free of mercury content which cannot be said for amalgam. Mercury is known for toxicity and therefore shunned by consumers today. Lastly, unlike amalgam, tooth-colored fillings do not expand even after many years and consequently cause cracks in teeth. With all these tooth filling concerns addressed, tooth-colored fillings are definitely more than meets the eye.

Although amalgam fillings are cheaper, your Houston TX dentist will agree that you will get more of your money’s worth with tooth-colored fillings.  Keep in mind that many factors come into play as far as using a specific restorative material is concerned. If you wish to know more about tooth fillings and other restoration techniques appropriate for your condition, visit us at our Houston TX dental office.

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