What are cosmetic white fillings?
They are basically a mixture of plastic resin and glass filler first introduced in 1960. Due to their inability to withstand pressure on the back teeth, dentists initially used them only on the front teeth.Since the technologies have developed significantly they are now used in the whole mouth.
Are cosmetic fillings better than silver ?
Unlike the metal(amalgam) fillings white ones do not contain mercury. They require less tooth structure removal during cavity preparation. This is because white fillings connect to the teeth through chemical bond. White fillings are a lot more aesthetic because they blend in really well with the color of your own teeth and are sometimes impossible to distinguish.
What is the process of doing them?
Your dentst places the material in small portions in tooth cavity and then the dentist hardens them with dental curing light . Once the application is complete the filling is finished and eventually polished give it truly natural appearance
How long does it take to get a white filling?
It would depend on the size and location of the tooth that requires repair. You should expect to be in the dental chair for no longer than 1 hour.
Is it painful to have tooth coloured filling?
In order to make the treatment more pleasant, the dentist may give you a local anesthetic
How long do white fillings normally last ?
You should expect a white filling to last between 5 and 7 years. Silver fillings used to last a lot longer than their cosmetic counterparts .Following the science advances though the lifetime of cosmetic fillings is now almost same as the silver ones.
How much does it cost ?
The price depends on amount of material needed, difficulty and time that your dentist spends on providing this treatment. Please check our fees.