What are the options for replacing my silver fillings?
As older silver fillings begin to breakdown and warrant replacement for the health of the tooth there are many restorative options. Most patients are interested in improving their esthetics at the same time as improving the health of the tooth. Tooth-colored resin fillings are a good option if the area of the tooth to be restored is not too broad and is isolated above the gum-line. For a more severely broken tooth, or to replace a very broad filling or a filling that extends under the gums, tooth-colored porcelain restorations are the best option. These include crowns and partial crowns, called inlays, or onlays. Individual recommendations are made considering the amount of tooth to be restored, the position of the tooth in the mouth and the bite relationship. Our goal is to restore your tooth to excellent function and esthetics with long-term predictability.