White Fillings

An aesthetic alternative to traditional fillings, white (composite) fillings are made to blend in with your existing tooth shade.

White fillings are common amongst patients who currently have amalgam fillings and are looking to replace them with a more cosmetic solution. Equally if you are simply looking to have a filling that blends in with your smile, they are a viable option.

What can I expect from treatment?

Your dentist will examine the infected area and clean the decayed matter from the cavity. Once it is clean, the composite resin filling can be bonded directly to your tooth.

What are the benefits of white fillings?

• Bonded directly to the tooth – this means future repairs can be addressed more straightforwardly.
• White fillings do not require as much preparation as conventional fillings.
• Unlike conventional fillings, white fillings can restore back teeth, thanks to modern technology.
• White fillings can cover discoloured areas that are resistant to teeth whitening treatment.
• They are resistant to temperature change, unlike amalgam fillings, which contract and expand with temperature change, causing damage to the filling.