You went to a dental appointment and found that you have a cavity. That means your Clearwater dentist will have to drill and clear out the decay before putting in a filling. What material do you want? Are they all safe? Are they durable? You want to do your research before getting back in that dentist’s chair.
When the filling is created, this liquid plays a big part of its formation. People see ‘mercury’ in the ingredients and they worry about having it in their bloodstream like what they see about tuna fish and other fish having too much of it. There are different types, though, and the fillings don’t use the toxic kind of mercury. It’s safe for people six years and up.
The older metal fillings may wind up being a risk to get cracked teeth. If you have dental amalgam in your teeth, though, there is no need to replace it if it’s still good. Those mercury fears are unfounded and having them removed can wind up weakening the structure of your tooth… and you could possibly wind up needing to have a root canal and subsequent crown placed over the tooth.
If you don’t like the silver look of the dental amalgam fillings, you have several other choices to pick from. They range in price and appearance, so be sure to discuss this with your Clearwater dentist before moving forward. Here are are three of them:
This has become a popular option for patients over the past few years. They like the fact that there is no metal in the fillings and also how they can match the original color and shape of the tooth. Besides filling cavities, they can also fill tooth gaps and make worn enamel look like new. Like dental amalgam, they are quite durable.
These fillings have also gained in popularity. They can match the look and color of your natural tooth and are also durable. This is a good choice if you want a filling that will not even appear to be a filling. One con is that you will have to have two appointments for this whereas the others can be done the same day.
There are a lot of choices out there, but if you do like the dental amalgam fillings, then you should not worry about proceeding with those. They are completely safe and will be able to do the job of protecting your teeth for a good amount of time. Just be sure to watch what you eat – no hard candies around the area of the filling. That can cause your tooth to crack.
Ultimately, whatever kind of filling you get will be based on your budget and whatever kind of aesthetic you want to present to people around you. If one option seems too expensive for you, you can always talk about a payment plan with the Florida dentist. You also need to see how much your insurance will pay. But once you have it, then you will be able to show off your smile to everyone.
The skilled staff at The Dental Emergency Room are always glad to fix any cavities and also answer any other questions you may have about the type of material that is used for fillings. Contact us today to make an appointment: 727-449-2424.
Dental Emergency Room
1935 Drew Street,
Clearwater, Florida 33765
Columbus, OH 43205
Phone: 727-449-2424