Composite fillings are usually resin-based and applied as a putty-like material that can be moulded perfectly to your teeth. White fillings are popular because they can be carefully colour matched to blend in, making the fact that you’ve had dental work almost impossible to spot. Teeth normally need less preparation with white filings than with amalgam fillings.
Absolutely. While white fillings were previously considered less resilient, newly available materials mean that white fillings are now just as sturdy as their metal counterparts.
We wouldn’t usually advise changing your fillings before they need replacing, but if this case then yes, its entirely possible that we might be able to change your metal fillings for white ones. Your dentist will be happy to advise you on this when the time comes.
In some cases, a dental crown or veneer may be a better way of repairing the appearance and function of a tooth. All cases are different and it would depend on your individual needs.
