Choosing the Best Type of Dental Fillings in Warrnambool

Dental fillings are used to fill a cavity. Cavities are areas of decay that form a hole in your tooth.

It’s important to get these cavities filled immediately; otherwise, the cavity will grow, and the tooth decay will spread.

When you have a cavity, your Warrnambool dentist will remove the area of tooth decay. A dental filling is then used to replace the removed tooth structure.

Without a filling, you will likely experience worsened dental pain. If the cavity is left untreated for a long time, you may even need to have the tooth removed and replaced with a dental implant.

Types of Dental Fillings

There are several options for filling materials. Here are some of the types of fillings to help you decide on the right one for you.

Amalgam

Amalgam is extremely durable, functional and cost-effective. They also harden quickly, making it an efficient filling material. However, some patients find that the silver colour of amalgam fillings is unsightly compared to more natural, “tooth-coloured” fillers.

Composite Resins

These “tooth-coloured” fillings mirror the colour of your natural teeth. They also bond nicely to the teeth and are fairly durable. However, they may stain more easily, and they typically don’t last as long as amalgam fillings.

Ceramics

Made from porcelain, ceramic fillings have their pros and cons. On the plus side, they are tooth-coloured and aesthetically pleasing, and they also do not stain quite as much as composite resins. However, they are much more expensive than amalgam and composite fillings.

Glass Ionomers

Glass ionomers are more than just a “filler.” The filling releases fluoride to help protect the tooth from further decay. However, a glass ionomer is typically less durable than others, often lasting less than five years.

Which Dental Filling Material Works Best for You?

Having your Warrnambool dentist fill the affected tooth can protect the appearance of your smile and your oral health.

If you have a cavity, call your Warrnambool dentist today for an exam and to discuss what type of filling best suits your needs.

White Fillings at Warrnambool Dental

White fillings help rebuild damaged teeth due to decay, return their normal function and prevent further decay.

They are the most common choice of material because of their appearance that resembles natural teeth. The composite materials used in modern tooth-coloured fillings also offer superior strength compared to earlier versions.

Visit Your Warrnambool Dentist for A Dental Filling Consultation Today!

Come in for a dental filling consultation with your Warrnambool dentist. Call us on (03) 5562 4433 or request your appointment online.

We are located at 454A Raglan Parade, Warrnambool.