White fillings
A white filling is a composite restoration matched to your tooth shade. It repairs damage from decay or a fracture and restores the tooth’s shape and function.
When might an assessment help?
Suitability is determined at an individual examination. These signs alone are not a diagnosis.
New decay in a front or back tooth
A partially broken or cracked tooth
An old amalgam filling with cracks or recurrent decay
Dark fillings visible when smiling
Four stages, a clear plan
This is how treatment usually progresses. The stages, timing and cost are tailored after an individual examination.
Examination and imaging
Shade matching
Removal and restoration
Shaping and polishing
Fillings matched to your tooth shade
We assess the extent of damage and select an appropriate restoration. The aim is to preserve healthy tooth structure where possible and fit the filling to your bite and neighboring teeth. Existing fillings are assessed before replacement, rather than replaced simply because of their age or color.
Suitability is determined at an individual examination. These signs alone are not a diagnosis.
Before deciding, you receive an explanation of the options, treatment stages and costs.
Dr. Meytal Salman · Dental Studio TLV
Questions
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Should I replace my amalgam fillings?
Dr. Meytal may recommend replacing an amalgam filling with cracks, fractures or recurrent decay. The benefits and drawbacks are explained for your particular situation.
Are white fillings as strong as amalgam fillings?
Modern composite materials are durable, but the best restoration depends on the size of the defect and the forces on the tooth. A heavily loaded or weakened tooth may need a different restoration, such as a crown.
How long does treatment take?
Most fillings are completed in one visit.
