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Cosmetic dentistry
Our range of cosmetic dental services includes Crowns, Bridges, Veneers, and replacement of silver amalgam fillings with tooth colours composite ones. more...
Implant dentistry
We use the Astratech Dental Implant system to replace missing teeth. We can replace a single tooth with an implant crown, or a full arch with implant supported bridges or dentures. more...
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We provide a full range of general dental services for all the family, including routine scaling and fillings using a range of materials. We also provide routine endodontic (root canal) treatments, and can provide sports mouthguards and anti snoring devices where required. more...
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Amalgam (silver coloured) vs. composite (tooth-coloured) fillings
Can I replace my silver fillings with white ones?
For over 150 years standard fillings have been made out of a silvery-grey material called ‘amalgam’. This is still one of the strongest and longest lasting materials available for fillings. However, many people find it unattractive and some are even concerned about possible health risks.
There are now alternatives to amalgam fillings. If a tooth requires a filling or repairing, composite (tooth-coloured) fillings are now replacing many old amalgam fillings. The new filling materials mean it is much easier to find a perfect match for the shade of a particular tooth. In most cases, the results are impressive, and it is almost impossible to see the filling.
What is a composite filling?
Composite filling is resin based and is applied as a putty-like material. This can be moulded to the exact shape of the tooth and is then set using a blue curing light. It can be matched exactly to the shade of your tooth and most are now as strong as amalgam, proving to be a successful alternative.
What is a compomer filling?
Compomer filling material is very much like composite but contains a glass-like material which releases fluoride. It is mixed in the surgery and set with a blue curing light.