Tooth-Colored Fillings
Although their existence was the subject of much discussion until recently, tooth colored fillings have actually been in existence since the 1950's. The materials used back then were self-cured particles with only a few color choices, and these fillings were rarely used anywhere except in the anterior part of the mouth. In the 1970’s, visible light-cured particles came about, and these smaller particles were much more lifelike than their predecessors. The tooth-colored filling began to replace amalgam fillings.
Now, decades later, these color stable materials are widely accepted as the standard in dentistry, and are placed anywhere in a patient’s mouth. Very few patients desire dark silver mercury fillings when tooth-colored fillings are natural, esthetic, and a better choice for your dental health.
Tooth-colored fillings are:
- Accepted as the standard in modern dentistry
- Better choice for your dental health
- More natural and esthetically pleasing than silver fillings
- More conservative, as they require less tooth reduction than other filling methods
The dental care you need with experience you can trust. Meet with our team at Houston Uptown Dentists to find out how our cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry services can deliver the smile you have always wanted. Located in the heart of the Galleria/Uptown Houston district, our office is waiting to welcome you and your family. Call our Uptown Houston, TX dental office today to schedule your personal smile consultation with Dr. Brune or Dr. Juarez.
