Composite
Resin Fillings
There are no known health risks of receiving composite fillings.
Composite resin dental fillings were created as an alternative
to traditional metal dental fillings. Tooth fillings coloured
to look like a natural tooth are known as Composite Resin
Dental Fillings, are made of a plastic dental resin. Composite
Resin Dental Fillings are strong, durable, and make for a
very natural looking smile.
Amalgam Fillings
Amalgam fillings may contain mercury, and are often referred
to as metal fillings. Their safety has been in question
for a number of years due to concerns over the absorption
of elemental mercury. They still have their place in
dentistry and it is left to the individual to decide
which they prefer.
Inlays and Onlays
If over half of your molar tooth's biting surface is
decayed an inlay or onlay may be a better option
than a filling. These options are basically for
when more than a filling is needed but less than
a crown will do. An inlay is placed in between
the cusps of the tooth, whereas an onlay will cover
one or more of the cusps. They can be made of a
gold alloy or tooth-coloured resin and are cemented
into place.
Use of white fillings
(composite) bonded onto tooth.
A
single visit procedure used to treat minor imperfections
in teeth. They are not as resistant to staining as
veneers and may require changing every few years.
Also if you are considering tooth whitening the composite
resin restorations are resistant to bleaching.
