“Do I have a cavity ?”
That’s the question nearly everyone’s thinking
they make an appointment at the dentist.
Whether it’s a nagging toothache or just a worry
in the back of your mind, we can help.
Signs of cavities may include toothaches, hot
and cold sensitivity, and pain when chewing. Be
aware however that cavities often have no
symptoms at all— especially when they’re very
small.
At Enhance Dental Clinic, We will help you feel
confident in your dental health. We will review
your digital x-rays with you and talk about your
risk of tooth decay. By identifying cavities early,
your fillings will be smaller, take less time and
less expensive, too.
Regular checkups are important and allow us to
be as conservative as possible when it comes to
your care.
We are doing a mercury-free practice.
However, many people still have silver/mercury
fillings in their mouths from years past. These
fillings are not particularly pleasing to the eye,
and we know that by unavoidable design,
silver/mercury fillings ultimately result in a
weaker tooth structure. Tooth colored
restorations create fillings that are not only
beautiful (or unnoticeable), but also add
strength to weakened teeth. These restorations
are aesthetically pleasing and very strong
thanks to new bonding technologies.
DISADVANTAGES OF SILVER
FILLINGS:
Silver fillings have many drawbacks. The edges
of the silver filling can wear down, become
weak or break. This results in the tooth not
being protected and creates an environment
where cavities get started once again. With
age, the metal of a silver filling expands,
contracts, and can split.
Silver fillings contain 50 percent mercury. They
can corrode, leak, and cause stains on your
teeth and gums.
Fortunately, silver fillings can safely be replaced
with tooth-colored restoration.
