Regardless of how committed you are to your oral health regime of brushing, flossing, and regular professional care, sometimes decay can sneak in and a cavity will form in your tooth. Cavities should be treated as soon as possible to avoid worsening or potentially leading to a root canal or extraction. When it comes to filling a cavity, Sana Dental is pleased to offer tooth-coloured white dental fillings.
A dental filling is used to restore shape and function back to damaged or decayed teeth. When a cavity forms, the decayed or damaged tooth material must be removed. Once the decayed or damaged tooth material is removed, the affected area of the tooth is cleaned, and the cleaned-out cavity (or hole) is filled with a composite material or filling. At Sana Dental, we prefer tooth-coloured white dental fillings in North Edmonton AB.
Composite tooth-colored match fillings, or white fillings, are made of a blend of tooth-colored plastic and glass. In the early days, resin compound fillings were not deemed strong enough to withstand the high-pressure grinding and chewing of back teeth. Today, however, the materials used in what some call “metal-free fillings” have improved enough to allow the use of resin material in back teeth. Durable and color-matched to your existing teeth, white fillings blend in seamlessly with the rest of your teeth, so no one will even know you have a filling.
For larger problems, porcelain fillings, known as inlays or onlays, may be recommended. Porcelain is an extremely strong and stain-resistant material. Porcelain restorations are custom-made in a lab and then sent back to be fitted. Because of the extensive work and extra steps involved, porcelain fillings usually cost more than white or amalgam fillings. However, the result when using porcelain is stunning.
When considering whether to replace your old metal fillings, we recommend considering a few factors:
Sana Dental is committed to helping you achieve optimal oral health. If you believe you may have a cavity that requires filling, or you have any questions or concerns about tooth-coloured white filings, please call us at (780) 476-3391 and we will be happy to help!
Call us at (780) 476-3391 to set up your Tooth Colour Match Fillings today!