White Composite Fillings
There are several reasons for choosing white fillings. In the view of many, the mercury in amalgam fillings is viewed as potentially toxic. Additionally, composite fillings are more esthetic. With today's technology, composite fillings can easily withstand the stress required to serve in a back tooth
Since they bond to the tooth, composite fillings restore most of the original strength of the tooth. Silver fillings weaken the teeth, making them more susceptible to breaking. Since broken teeth are very expensive to restore, composites can save a lot of expense over the long run .
ADVANTAGES OF WHITE COMPOSITE FILLINGS:
Composite fillings restore the natural appearance of the tooth.
Teeth restored with white fillings are less sensitive to hot and cold than teeth restored with amalgam, if correct techniques are used.
Composites are mercury-free fillings. Mercury in the fillings is viewed by some as being toxic.
Composites require less removal of tooth structure. Especially with new cavities, the size of the hole made for the filling can be dramatically smaller with composites.
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