Amalgam fillings also are known as silver fillings. Many studies on the safety of amalgam fillings have been done because concern has been raised over the mercury in amalgam. They found no reason to limit the use of amalgam and amalgam fillings are safe for adults and children ages 6 and above. However amalgam fillings should be replaced when they are worn, defective, broken or decayed beneath the filling. Or if you have any concerns regarding your existing amalgam fillings,

When a tooth breaks to the gum line, it may be extremely difficult to fix it and that's why an extraction is often recommended. Then a denture , bridge or implant will be recommended to replace the missing tooth. But bear in mind, no replacement is better than your own tooth even though dental implants are very successful today. That's why we try our best to save the tooth if possible. This front broken tooth had been started with root canal treatment by the previous de

Cosmetic bonding - a quicker, easier and cheaper way to close the gap between the lower front crooked teeth. It can be done with porcelain veneers as well, and it will cost much more and need multiple visits. However, veneers have advantages of strength and longevity. #Compositebonding

A space or gap between two teeth is also called a diastema. It appears most often between the two upper front teeth. In some cases, it may require orthodontic treatment (braces) to close the gaps between teeth. However, in some not severe cases, simple composite bonding can be an easy, quick and much more affordable option. It's also very conservative compared to traditional veneers . #Compositebonding

An easy, cheap and quick way to fix the gap with an excellent result - cosmetic bonding! The gap was because of pegged front tooth. Composite bonding is a more affordable and quicker way to close the gap compared to veneers . But veneers still have advantages of longevity and strengthen. #Compositebonding

Gaps between teeth? Bad shapes of teeth? Short teeth? Veneers can be the solution for most cases. Veneers can be direct veneers ( composite veneers ) or indirect veneers ( porcelain veneers ). Composite veneers are much more affordable than porcelain veneers. Although they don't have the strength of porcelain and may be discoloured a few years later, they can achieve a very good cosmetic result like this case. Just in case that some people may be curious about what's happe

This top front tooth was discolored due to pulpal necrosis. Direct composite veneer was performed in a single visit. The composite veneer...

Right central incisor missing. Gap between right lateral incisor and left central incisor. Orthodontics to create space and dental...

Direct composite bonding for cosmetic purpose. #Compositebonding