Choosing the Best Type of Dental Fillings in Warner
Do you have a cavity that needs to be filled?
You may be wondering about the types of fillings available and which one is right for you.
To first understand how to pick the best dental filling, it’s important to know what makes them different from one another.
Here’s a summary of the different types of dental fillings:
Amalgam Fillings
Also known as silver fillings, amalgam is inexpensive and durable. It’s commonly used for the back teeth or less noticeable areas since this filling is darker than natural teeth. Since it’s easy to place, one dental visit may be enough.
Composite Fillings
Composites are colour-matched to your tooth. They’re durable and can last up to 10 years. They’re not as durable as amalgam and may not suit teeth that are used mostly for biting (molars).
Porcelain Fillings
Also called inlays or onlays, porcelain fillings are made in a dental laboratory. They look natural and stain-resistant, too.
Glass Ionomer Filling
This type of filling has less longevity than other types of filling materials. Hence, it is commonly used for children. The fillings release fluoride frequently, which is beneficial for teeth in preventing further decay.
Which Dental Filling Material Works Best for You?
Choosing the right filling is always a complicated question. The best way to choose is to review which filling material will best fit your situation and your budget with your dentist.
Your insurance company may cover a portion of the cost of dental fillings. There may even be financial options should you need to do a payment plan.
If you think that you need to fill a cavity and you live in the Warner area, give Warner Lakes Dental a call for your consultation. Our patient-friendly team will be more than happy to answer your questions.
Tooth Fillings at Warner Lakes Dental
Warner Lakes Dental uses composite fillings to restore the damaged tooth and replace old silver amalgam fillings to ensure that new tooth fillings blend well into your natural teeth.
Composite fillings are not only practical; they also look aesthetically pleasing and natural.
Visit Your Warner Dentist for A Dental Filling Consultation Today!
Come in for a dental filling consultation with your Warner dentist. Call us on (07) 3448 0162 or visit us online.
We are located at Warner Lakes Medical Precinct, 1185B Old North Road in Warner.
