The most common type of white fillings is the composite resin fillings. White fillings are desirable on front teeth for obvious reasons, as they mimic natural teeth in shape, colour and luster. They have been modified to be strong enough to be applied on back teeth as well.
The advantage of using them on back teeth besides the cosmetic effect, is that they prevent breakage as it happens when a tooth is heavily filled with amalgam, and if anything will break it is more likely to be the filling rather than the tooth. White fillings also depend on bonding to tooth structure, so there is no need for more drilling to make sure the filling is trapped inside the tooth, as is the case with amalgam fillings.
White fillings are packed into the cavity after applying a conditioner and the bonding agent. Then the filling is exposed to ultraviolet light to make it harden within the tooth. The next generation  of white fillings is the flowable bulk fillers where the material is introduced into the cavity as viscous liquid and covers the entire cavity before being set by ultraviolet light.
The white fillings also contain fluoride that gets released into the tooth to prevent further decay under the filling.

Myths About Dental Fillings in the Central Coast

A lot of people can be phobic about visiting the dentist, and because of this, several misconceptions and myths have arisen around dental care and fillings. We want to demystify the process so even if you are one of those who would rather avoid the dental chair, you will know there is little to worry about. Fillings can help prevent your cavities from getting worse, making it more challenging to eat your favourite foods and possibly lead to losing the tooth. Here are a few of the most common myths about fillings: 

• What happens when filling a tooth? It is a simple three-step process starting by removing any decay from the tooth. Once that has been accomplished, the tooth is conditioned to receive the filling. Finally, the filling is applied, cured and polished.

• Many people think that the filling will make their tooth look different or bad. We use a composite for the final restoration that will match the colour of the material of your tooth, so you won’t have to worry about a different look.

• Cavities are not always accompanied by discomfort, which is why regular dental check-ups are the best solution to prevent tooth decay. By the time you experience discomfort, the cavity has likely grown and might require more than just a regular filling. 

Fillings are one of the most important ways to combat tooth decay and loss. When a cavity forms and bacteria infects a tooth, fillings can be the only way to remove the infection and save your tooth. Our experienced and professional team is here to help with the assistance of our top of the line equipment, while keeping our services affordable. If you need our coastal dental in Gosford or want to schedule an appointment, contact us today.