If you require a filling and do not want to jeopardise the aesthetic appearance of your smile, then a White Filling could be an option for you.

You may need a filling if you have a cavity or tooth decay. Fillings are a restorative material used to restore the function and integrity of a tooth after decay. Cavities will occur if you do not brush and floss your teeth regularly. It is important to have cavities repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage and save the tooth from needing root canal treatment or extraction.

Many people have amalgam (silver) fillings that have progressively blackened over time and caused staining of the teeth. Although amalgam is a functional material it does have several disadvantages. The most obvious problem is its unsightly appearance, another is that during the setting process of the amalgam it expands( gets larger). The thin areas of tooth holding the filling in can fracture due to the expansion.

White Fillings look just like your natural teeth so they will not distract away from your smile.

Most cosmetic fillings are made from Composite Resin that can be placed in a single visit. Composite Resin Fillings are bonded to the tooth surface, meaning the joins are sealed preventing further decay of the surrounding tooth structure and strengthening thin areas of tooth which help hold the filling in place.

As well as White Fillings, we also provide all types of filling material at our practice. Your Dentist will talk about your options with you before treatment begins.