Dental Fillings Coral Springs FL

Mercury-Free Fillings: A Safer, Stronger Solution

We are a mercury-free practice. However, many people still have silver/mercury fillings in their mouths from years past. These fillings are not particularly pleasing to the eye, and we know that by unavoidable design, silver/mercury fillings ultimately result in a weaker tooth structure. Porcelain inlays and Tooth Colored Restorations (onlays) create fillings that are not only beautiful (or unnoticeable) but also add strength to weakened teeth.

These restorations are aesthetically pleasing and very strong, thanks to new bonding technologies.

What Are Dental Fillings?

Dental fillings are materials used to restore the shape, function, and integrity of teeth that have been damaged by decay or other forms of trauma. They are essential for preventing further tooth decay and protecting the affected tooth from additional damage.

Fillings are often required when cavities form due to poor oral hygiene, a diet high in sugar, or a genetic predisposition to tooth decay. Left untreated, cavities can grow larger, causing pain, infection, or even tooth loss.

Disadvantages of Silver fillings:

Silver fillings have many drawbacks. The edges of the silver filling can wear down, become weak, or break. This results in the tooth not being protected and lets cavities get started once again. With age, the metal of a silver filling expands, contracts, and can split.

Silver fillings contain 50 percent mercury. They can corrode, leak, and cause stains on your teeth and gums.

Fortunately, silver fillings can safely be replaced with Tooth-Colored Restorations.

Advantages of Tooth-Colored Fillings

There are many advantages to tooth-colored restorations. Resin onlays are bonded to the teeth, creating a tight, superior fit to the natural tooth. Such restorations can be used when much of the tooth structure has been lost. The tooth remains intact and stronger.

Since the resin used in tooth-colored restorations contains fluoride, this can help prevent decay. The resin wears like natural teeth and does not require placement at the gum line, which is healthier for your gums!