{"id":430,"date":"2025-05-28T14:55:50","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T14:55:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/?p=430"},"modified":"2025-06-25T14:59:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T14:59:42","slug":"tooth-colored-fillings-in-weyauwega-reasons-to-get-one-instead-of-an-amalgam-filling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/2025\/05\/28\/tooth-colored-fillings-in-weyauwega-reasons-to-get-one-instead-of-an-amalgam-filling\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth-Colored vs. Amalgam Fillings: Top Reasons to Choose a Natural Look"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_494832612__9___1750863374_34867.jpg\" alt=\"a patient smiling while visiting her dentist\" class=\"wp-image-431\" style=\"width:282px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_494832612__9___1750863374_34867.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_494832612__9___1750863374_34867-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/AdobeStock_494832612__9___1750863374_34867-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If it\u2019s time for you to get new dental fillings, you\u2019ll certainly want to go for the option that will last as long as possible while protecting your smile. While metal fillings can repair teeth that have been decayed or mildly damaged, they can also come with disadvantages that overshadow the benefits. Keep reading to learn why you might consider choosing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/restorative-dentistry.html#fillings\">tooth-colored fillings<\/a> instead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Downsides of Having Metal Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the past, amalgam fillings were one of the go-to methods for making minor dental repairs. Even so, they might not be as safe an option for your smile. Here are several disadvantages you might expect from this kind of filling:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Unnatural Appearance<\/strong>: Metal fillings are quite visible and can take attention away from the rest of your grin. This can make some people feel self-conscious about their appearance since the results don\u2019t look like natural tooth enamel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Metal Fillings Have Mercury<\/strong>: This restoration option consists of several metals, including copper, tin, silver, and mercury\u2014the last of which is toxic to the human body. If you ingest high levels of mercury, or it gets into your bloodstream, it can lead to serious issues. While metal fillings alone might not cause major problems, it\u2019s safer to go with an option that doesn\u2019t consist of this material.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Temperature Reactions<\/strong>: Eating hot foods or drinking cold beverages can cause a metal filling to either expand or shrink, which can weaken the structure and position of your tooth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Advantages of Tooth-Colored Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of using amalgam materials, dentists today recommend repairing pearly whites with tooth-colored fillings due to the following benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mercury-Free<\/strong>: Since your fillings will be made of composite material, you won\u2019t have to worry about them containing any potentially harmful mercury.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Natural-Looking Results<\/strong>: Since these fillings will mimic natural tooth enamel, your results will easily blend in with the rest of your smile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintains Tooth Structure<\/strong>: With composite dental fillings, your dentist won\u2019t have to remove as much of your tooth enamel to make room for the material, since they can bond much more effectively with teeth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a new dental filling, it\u2019s always better to consider tooth-colored ones. Not only will they be safer for your teeth, but you\u2019ll be able to feel completely comfortable showing off your new and improved smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. William Twohig has over four decades of experience in dentistry, and he\u2019s always been passionate about delivering incredible results so that patients can enjoy a comfortable smile. He offers various dental services for restoring pearly whites, including tooth-colored fillings. If you\u2019d like to know more about the benefits of this treatment, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtwohig.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or give us a call at <strong>920-867-3101<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If it\u2019s time for you to get new dental fillings, you\u2019ll certainly want to go for the option that will last as long as possible while protecting your smile. While metal fillings can repair teeth that have been decayed or mildly damaged, they can also come with disadvantages that overshadow the benefits. 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