An Attractive Solution for Decayed Teeth!

Until recently, silver amalgam was the material most often used to restore decayed portions of your teeth. Unfortunately, silver fillings can darken your smile and cause damage to your tooth as they expand and contract with heat and cold. As the filling ages, if it fractures your tooth, you might need to get a full crown to save it. Silver fillings corrode and leak over time allowing decay to develop underneath which can put the tooth at risk for further damage or possibly affect the nerve of the tooth.

Dental research has resulted in the development of new tooth-coloured materials that are not only durable and long lasting but attractive as well. Porcelain and composite resin are the materials of choice because they provide a natural look while at the same time restoring strength and durability to your tooth. They are both bonded directly to your tooth so as to preserve your healthy tooth structure and custom-coloured to match the natural shade of your teeth, especially if the restoration is visible when you smile. No one will know the difference except you!

If you are looking for an attractive and effective option for restoring one or more decayed teeth, be sure to ask us about our CEREC restorations. We can complete the entire procedure in one single appointment.