One option to improve the cosmetic look of your smile is to have your metal-colored fillings replaced with tooth-colored or “white” fillings. This is a safe procedure that involves one of our dentists removing any decay from your tooth, replacing the metal or amalgam filling with a tooth-colored filling. The new filling is made from a very hard substance and can withstand the forces in your mouth when you bite and chew over a long period of time. This allows you to smile without a metallic glint, giving your teeth a more natural appearance overall.

As dentists, we believe prevention is always better than cure, and we will always encourage and help you to take care of your teeth to prevent tooth decay. However, if you do have decay and need a filling, we recommend white fillings as a good solution that is both aesthetic and functional.