Dental fillings represent the most commonly performed restorative dental treatment. Historically, dentists have used dental amalgam to fortify teeth that have been damaged by tooth decay. You may know amalgam fillings as "silver fillings." As research has indicated the pitfalls of dental amalgam and the presence of mercury in them, more people have begun seeking alternatives. Dr. Wiitala proudly offers porcelain dental fillings not only because they look completely natural but because they offer more benefits than composite resin tooth-colored fillings. These include:
Superior strength as compared to composite resin fillings.
Similar "wear rate" to natural enamel.
Lifelike appearance (no one will be able to tell you have fillings).
Stain resistance.
Conservative repair with minimal removal of natural tooth structure.
Durability for larger repairs, such as cavities in molars, where bite force is stronger.
Similar success rate to gold fillings at a fraction of the cost.
Similar "movement" to natural enamel, so no risk of tooth fractures.