Dental Fillings: Gold, Amalgam, Ceramic and Composite

Dental fillings are basically components that the dentist will use to fill up your cavity that has been cleaned. When the decayed portion of the tooth is removed or there is a crack in your teeth, then these fillings are the one that are used to hold them together. Different materials and different types of fillings are available in the market today. Dentzz, one of the leading dental clinic chains in India, gives you a lowdown of different fillings available in the market today along with their pros and cons.

Gold Fillings

The hardest and the longest lasting fillings in the market today is gold. There are 2 types of gold fillings, inlay, which covers a smaller, upper area and an outlay which covers a larger and deeper area of the tooth. They last longer and can withstand any sort of chewing functionality. 

Amalgam (Silver)

Amalgam fillings are a very common type of fillings done by most patients. According to Dentzz, if a patient wants to go for something economical, they usually prefer amalgam. It is a mixture of silver alloy and mercury and other metals in small amounts. A very hard and long lasting type, it can go on for 15-20 years. 

Composite Fillings 

Composite fillings are made of powdered silica, quartz, and glass along with certain amount of ceramic. All this is added to a resin base and the hence the composite filling is coloured like a tooth. Also it is proven to bond with other tooth in the area and create a stronger base. 

Ceramics

Another popular type of filling are ceramics which make for a greater aesthetic appeal as they are natural looking and last as long as 15 years. They are aesthetically very appealing and look great, plus they do not cause any staining. But ceramic fillings can be a little heavy on the pockets.

These are the various types of fillings that people generally avail of. Obviously, considering only the aesthetic value is not important or just the economic value is not enough and hence, your dentist should be able to advise you best as to which kind of filling to opt for. 

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