Dentists use a material called amalgam for traditional fillings. It has a silver colour and tends to darken over time. Patients have become far more conscious of how their smiles look, so they don’t want their fillings to show when they laugh or smile.
We can also remove your old metal fillings and replace them with more aesthetically pleasing white ones if you wish.
The process is very similar to having a standard filling. The dentist will numb the area around your tooth with a local anaesthetic and take out the old filling. They will also remove any additional decay before thoroughly cleaning the tooth and filling it with the white material.
Dentists consider white fillings to be just as strong and durable as amalgam, so your new filling should last a long time with the proper care.
White fillings can also be used to fill gaps, repair chips and reshape a tooth.
Back to TreatmentsThere are no restrictions with regards to dental treatment and you are actively encouraged to keep your appointments.
At Absolute Dental we have all the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and appropriate safety measures are in place.
Please continue to attend your appointments. We have excellent infection control procedures in place along with robust triaging to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.
If you are worried about your attendance please feel free to contact us to discuss any concerns.
Email - info@absolutedentalprestwich.co.uk
WhatsApp Message - 07859979986
We can always postpone your treatment till a later date if you prefer.
We hope to see you soon for your appointment!
The Team at Absolute Dental