When you are diagnosed with a cavity by your dentist, you likely already know what comes next – a dental filling. Up until a few decades ago, your only option was a metal amalgam filling. However, due to advancements in dentistry, new options have become available. The most popular form of dental filling material used today is composite resin, also called white fillings. When you visit Mahajan Dentistry in Novi, Michigan, Dr. Rekha Mahajan will use white composite resin fillings for cavities.
Here are some reasons why dentists have shifted from metal amalgam fillings.
One of the primary reasons dentists have shifted from amalgam fillings is because they are unsightly. Patients who have an amalgam filling are often aware of how visible this form of filling is every time they open their mouths. Composite fillings, on the other hand, are shaded to match the color of your natural tooth. This makes it a seamless and discreet restoration treatment that nobody ever has to know about.
One of the biggest debates in the dental community is how the mercury in an amalgam filling affects a patient’s overall health. Some dentists believe that the amount of mercury is so minuscule that it does not adversely affect a patient’s health, while others disagree and believe that it has a harmful effect on one’s health. The question you should ask yourself is, “why take the risk?”. Choose a mercury-free filling option, and you will never have to worry about the harmful effects of mercury on your health. Composite fillings are mercury-free and biocompatible, meaning that your body will not have any adverse reaction to the filling material.
These are just a couple of reasons why dentists have made the shift from metal amalgam fillings to composite resin fillings. They are cosmetically attractive and do not contain harmful metals, making them an excellent option for tooth restoration.
To learn more about white composite fillings, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Mahajan today by calling (248) 971-2200.
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