If you’ve ever had a cavity filled, chances are you’re familiar with traditional silver-colored amalgam fillings. While they’ve been used in dentistry for many years, modern advances now offer a more natural-looking and versatile alternative: tooth-colored fillings.
Also known as composite fillings, these restorations are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth while repairing cavities and strengthening damaged enamel. But their benefits go well beyond appearance. Here are five reasons many patients choose tooth-colored fillings instead of amalgam.
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