After decay is removed from a tooth, something must be placed in that space to give strength back to the tooth. Our office only uses metal-free fillings.

White (metal-free) fillings are an alternative to silver (mercury amalgam) fillings. White fillings are made of a strong composite resin that is matched to the surrounding tooth color. In the past, white fillings were placed only on front teeth, but a stronger, more durable material has been developed that can withstand the chewing pressure of back teeth.

White fillings are often preferrable because:

• Many patients prefer mercury-free fillings
• Cosmetic reasons
• Patients with sensitivity to heat or cold find metal-free fillings to be more comfortable.

White Porcelain inlay or onlay: A porcelain inlay or onlay is used when the cavity is too big for a filling, but isn't so big that a crown is required. An inlay is a filling within the cusp tips of the tooth. Onlays (also known as overlays) will overlay one or more cusps in order to protect and strengthen the tooth.

Learn about single visit inlays/onlays!

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