Fillings are carried out to prevent the spread of tooth decay or correct any cosmetic damage, a filling is just one of the ways our dentists preserve your dental health. Before placement, any rot and decay must be removed, we offer local anesthesia along with sedation to ensure maximum comfort for all our patients. There are two different types of fillings; amalgam (otherwise known as silver fillings) and composite resin, the color of which can be customized to match your natural teeth.
Made up of silver, copper, mercury, and tin, amalgam fillings are the most durable and economical option for our patients. They last up to ten years and are less likely to fall out or break. Commonly used for filling in molar cavities, amalgam fillings can withstand biting pressure and can be fully administered in a single visit. Despite the mercury content, these silver fillings are perfectly safe for anyone aged six and up.
Explore your Dental Fillings options during a consultation at our practice. Feel free to give us a call at (860) 445-1330 or schedule an appointment online.
Since the color of a composite resin filling can be customized, it is the most aesthetically pleasing option. However, it is more expensive and not as strong as an amalgam filling. Composite resin is ideal for repairing chipped or cracked teeth, filling in a tooth gap, correcting dental discoloration, protecting any exposed tooth root from gum recession, or changing the shape of teeth. Patients may also choose composite resin for cavity fillings as they are bonded to the teeth in layers and therefore require less drilling of the natural tooth.
