{"id":316,"date":"2024-08-02T17:20:57","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T17:20:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regiondentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=316"},"modified":"2024-09-09T17:24:45","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T17:24:45","slug":"replace-metal-fillings-why-you-should","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regiondentalcare.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/02\/replace-metal-fillings-why-you-should\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Replace Metal Fillings"},"content":{"rendered":"
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 90% of adults have had at least one cavity, and about 25% currently have untreated cavities. Although silver (amalgam) fillings were traditionally used to address these issues, recent studies have highlighted potential health risks associated with them. To learn why replacing silver fillings<\/a> with tooth-colored options is beneficial and how they offer a safer, more attractive alternative, read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Are Dental Fillings Made From?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Amalgam fillings are made from a blend of metals including silver, copper, and tin. They have been commonly used to repair teeth affected by decay and are known for their durability under biting and chewing forces. In contrast, modern dental fillings are created from composite resin, which combines dental-grade plastic with glass and ceramic particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both amalgam and composite fillings effectively restore the strength and function of damaged teeth. Even so, many dental and health professionals now recommend composite fillings as a superior option to silver amalgam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disadvantages of Metal Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Metal fillings come with several drawbacks that make dentists suggest getting composite ones instead, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n