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Can I Replace My Silver Fillings With White Ones?

For over 150 years standard fillings have been made out of a silvery-grey material called 'amalgam'. This is still one of the strongest and longest-lasting materials available for fillings. However, many people find it unattractive and some are concerned about possible health risks.
There are now alternatives to amalgam fillings. If a tooth needs filling or repairing, white fillings are now replacing many amalgam ones. The new dental materials mean it is much easier to find a perfect match for the shade of a particular tooth. In most cases, it is quite impossible to see that the tooth even has a filling.

What Is A Composite Filling?

Composite filling is resin based and is applied as a putty-like material. This can be moulded to the exact shape of the tooth and is then set using a visible blue light. It can be matched exactly to the shade of your tooth and most are now as strong as amalgam, proving to be a successful alternative.

How Much Will It Cost?

If you need a filling, you will be given all the available options for restoring the tooth, together with the current prices. Once a treatment choice has been made you will be provided with a written estimate. Prices vary depending on the size of the filling, a current price list is displayed in the waiting areas.

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