What are fillings?

A filling is used to restore the tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. Several materials are available for fillings such as: Gold fillings, glass ionomer cements, silver amalgam and tooth color plastic called composite resin fillings. The location of the filling, the cost and your dentist’s recommendation will help determine the best option for you.

What are the steps to place a filling?

 Dr Ray starts by using a local anesthetic in order to numb the area around the tooth that will be filled. He then will remove the decay, clean the preparation and will then proceed to fill the tooth with the choosen material. Once this is done, he will polish it for better esthetics and comfort.

What are white fillings?

White fillings also called composite fillings are a form of cosmetic dentistry and serve to restore your decayed teeth. Unlike silver fillings or gold fillings, white fillings match the colour of your teeth. They are made of plastic and tiny glass particles. White fillings have now become the standard in most dental offices due to its durability and natural appearance.

What are the advantages of white fillings?

White fillings are used to not only restore your decayed tooth, but to give it a cosmetic improvement. Because they bond directly with the tooth, they have the added benefit of restoring weaker areas of the tooth. During the cavity preparation, more commonly seen for minor cavities, less tooth structure needs to be removed.