Porcelain Fillings - Metal Free Fillings


Porcelain Fillings in Dallas

in Dallas, Texas

If you are unhappy with the look of your old mercury-silver fillings (often called "amalgam" or simply "silver" fillings) you are certainly not alone. Cosmetic dentists such as Dr. Gary Alhadef in Dallas, Texas have been replacing those old unattractive amalgam fillings with tooth-colored porcelain fillings for years. Given the advances in technique and equipment today, there is no longer any reason to keep unattractive metal in your mouth.

There are more reasons than aesthetics to consider replacing your old silver fillings or metal crowns; there are health concerns, too. Although the American Dental Association (ADA) has deemed the use of mercury in metal restorations safe, the debate in professional circles regarding its use still continues. Some are convinced that amalgam fillings are toxic. Now that there is a new type of filling available, there is no reason to risk your health with amalgam fillings.

Another concern regarding silver fillings is that over time, alloyed materials cause the following problems: serious damage to the structure of your teeth, corrosion in the mouth, gum problems due to decay beneath the metal, unattractive dark lines at the gum line resulting from the use of metal in crowns and bridges, and low-grade metal allergies from the use of alloyed metals in restorations.

Why Metal-Free?

Metal free fillings are a smart choice if you have recently been diagnosed with cavities and need new fillings. Dr. Alhadef in Dallas, Texas will take the time to explain why tooth-colored fillings are the best choice for your health and for the look of your mouth. Anyone desiring to replace their existing fillings or receive new fillings is a candidate for metal-free fillings.

There are many advantages to metal-free fillings including:

  • They are less sensitive to heat and cold
  • Provide stronger bonding to prevent future fractures
  • More attractive looking
  • Less susceptible to pain when biting
  • Do not release toxins into the body

Metal free fillings are just one example of the proactive dentistry that Dr. Gary Alhadef practices in his Dallas, Texas office. Metal-free fillings intercept the potential of fracture before a patient experiences the symptoms of hot/cold sensitivity and biting pain. This makes it more possible to preserve the remaining healthy tooth structure. By using this proactive rather than reactive approach to fillings, many of our patients are happy to report a very pleasant experience with no pain whatsoever.

Frequently Asked Questions on Porcelain Fillings

If you would like to learn more about porcelain fillings, please contact the office of cosmetic dentist Dr. Gary Alhadef today to schedule your free initial consultation. Serving patients in the Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Irving, and Grapevine, Texas area.

 

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Dallas Cosmetic Dentist
Gary E. Alhadef, DDS
8226 Douglas Ave Suite 753
Dallas, Tx 75225