Tooth Coloured Fillings
Tooth Coloured Fillings Melbourne VIC
A great alternative to conventional, unattractive and ill-effective amalgam fillings, tooth coloured restorations are strong and virtually invisible
Made of a sturdy and resilient composite resin, the tooth coloured restorations we use at Marriott & Hand in Melbourne are one of the most effective and efficient dental restorations used today.
When a tooth is damaged due to decay it is important that the tooth and the surrounding teeth be treated as soon as possible to maintain optimum oral health. Our tooth coloured restorations fill any holes or pits caused by tooth decay, and are strong enough to protect the integrity of the tooth for up to 10 years.
Why tooth coloured fillings and not amalgam fillings?
Aside from the obvious aesthetic reasons, there are a number of health reasons why tooth coloured fillings are better. For example:
- An amalgam filling requires healthy tooth structure to be removed whereas tooth coloured fillings only need the decayed tooth structure to be cleaned away.
- Amalgam filling does not completely protect the tooth; there is a chance that decay can in fact form underneath the amalgam filling. On the other hand, tooth coloured fillings fill the hole left by decay.
- Amalgam fillings can crack your teeth: this is because amalgam expands and contracts with temperature changes. If a tooth cracks it will either require restorative treatment or, worse case scenario, you will need a tooth extraction.
The benefits of tooth coloured fillings
The advantages of using composite resin for small dental restorations include:
- Can be colour-matched to your teeth, so they are virtually invisible
- Maintain the health, strength and integrity of the tooth by stabilising its structure
- Can last up to 10 years with good care
With regular dental check-ups you can avoid the need for more extensive dental work
A tooth coloured filling today has the potential to save your tooth from a root canal tomorrow. By removing the decay and restoring the tooth, you are protecting the root of the tooth from infection.
However, it is important to keep in mind that a filling does not mean your tooth is now immune to further infection. You will still need to brush and floss regularly and minimise the amount of sugary foods that come into contact with your teeth.
At Marriott & Hand in Melbourne we provide tooth coloured fillings because they are the healthier and more aesthetically pleasing option for tooth restorations.
With regular dental check-ups you can avoid the need for more extensive dental work
A tooth coloured filling today has the potential to save your tooth from a root canal tomorrow. By removing the decay and restoring the tooth, you are protecting the root of the tooth from infection.
However, it is important to keep in mind that a filling does not mean your tooth is now immune to further infection. You will still need to brush and floss regularly and minimise the amount of sugary foods that come into contact with your teeth.
At Marriott & Hand in Melbourne we provide tooth coloured fillings because they are the healthier and more aesthetically pleasing option for tooth restorations.
Tooth coloured fillings Melbourne
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