1.Why should i consider tooth colored Fillings?
Nowadays filling can e natural looking, as well as doing the job they’re meant to do. Many people don’t want silver fillings that show when they laugh or smile.
2.Are they as good as silver amalgam fillings?
White fillings have always been considered less long lasting than silver amalgam fillings .But there are now new materials that are almost as good as silver amalgam. How long a white filling lasts can depend a lot on where it is in your mouth and how heavily your teeth come together when you bite.
- Is it worth replacing my amalgam filling with white ones?
It is usually best to change fillings only when your dentist decides that an old filling needs replacing .When this happens you can ask to have it replaced with a tooth coloured filling.
- What are tooth-colored fillings made of?
Mainly it contains glass particles, synthetic resin and a setting ingredient. Here are some of the choices:-
Composites:-The composite resin is about the consistency of modelling clay. In order for the composite to harden, the dentist shines a bright blue light on it. Through a series of chemical reactions, the composite resin hardens into a very strong material that looks like a natural tooth.
Glass ionomer fillings:-They form a chemical bond with the tooth. They may also release fluoride; preventing tooth decay .This type of filling is fairly weak.
Porcelain inlays:-Porcelain can be hard wearing and long lasting, and it can be coloured to match your teeth. This type can be expensive.
