Fillings- White and Silver
Traditionally, silver amalgam fillings have the best track record of holding up the longest. But the white tooth-colored filling materials have been getting better and better. Fillings placed today should last about the same amount of time whether they are silver or tooth-colored. The main advantage to white fillings are that they look better. The main advantage to silver fillings is that they are less expensive. In most cases, we let you choose what works best for you. They’re both good materials, proven to be safe and effective. It’s up to you!
Silver filling on the left by Y&L; "White" filling on the right by Y&L
Old white filling
New white filling
