Fillings

Family Dental Center

Dr. Fallin
4301 NW 63rd St., Suite 303
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
(405) 848-2886

Fillings

After decay is removed from a tooth, something must be placed in that space to give strength back to the tooth.

Fillings: Fillings are the most common restorative procedure.

Silver (amalgam) fillings: Silver fillings have been used reliably for many years. Typically, silver fillings are placed on back teeth (molars). They are an economical way of providing a lasting restoration for most cavities. The material is specially formulated to withstand years of chewing pressure.

White fillings: White fillings are an alternative to silver (amalgam) fillings. White fillings are made of a strong composite resin that is matched to the surrounding tooth color. In the past, white fillings were placed only on front teeth, but recently a stronger more durable material has been developed that can withstand the chewing pressure of back teeth.

White fillings are most commonly used for:

Cosmetic reasons
Patients who prefer mercury-free fillings
Patients with sensitivity to heat or cold - the composite resin doesn't conduct temperature changes as fast as silver or gold.