Fillings

Fillings

Fillings
Fillings are synthetic materials that are used to restore a portion of a tooth damaged by decay or traumatic injury. There are different types of materials used to fill cavities.

Composite fillings are a mixture of glass or quartz filler in a resin-medium that produces a tooth-colored filling. Composite fillings provide good durability and resistance to fracture. Composite fillings bond directly to the tooth surface producing a stronger filling. This bonding usually allows Dr.Buchholtz to make a more conservative repair to the tooth. Amalgams are the silver-colored fillings many people have had placed in their teeth following treatment of a cavity.

Amalgam fillings are a combination of various metal alloys, including copper, tin, silver and mercury. Mercury, a binding agent used in amalgams, has come under scrutiny lately by some heath officials who claim it may cause long term health issues. Watertown does not allow dentists to dispose of mercury amalgam scraps in their trash or waste water. Dentists must have special waste haulers dispose of it.

Dr. Buchholtz and his team will recommend the best filling materials for you.