Amalgam Removal

Why change your amalgam filings?

In the past amalgam alloy was a material of choice and for the lack of better filling substitute, and it has played its' part in the oral health of several generations of New Zealanders. Now days most of our work as a restorative dentist consists of replacing amalgam fillings.

Below there are reasons why should you consider replacing your amalgam fillings:

• The colour is one of the obvious ones. It’s has a metal appearance which does not match the rest of the tooth standing out in the smile, bringing unnecessary attention to the restorations. Sometimes amalgam fillings can shine through the tooth structure giving it a grey appearance or even tattooing the gum adjacent to the filling.

• Being metal by nature amalgam filling expands and contracts at a different rate to the natural tooth causing irreversible cracks.

We use safe practices :

-we always use rubber dam to prevent any residue going down your throat.

-high volume evacuation suction to reduce vapour discharge.

-using water during drilling-therefore reduce harmful vapour.

Give us a call to schedule a consultation. We would be happy to help.

Amalgam

Filling

leaky filling with caries…

Rubber dam isolation is the first step in amalgam removal

Amalgam removal reveals the extent of the problem

Final results

Properly fabricated composite restoration

Please see our Gallery for more examples of our work. We are always happy to answer your questions (09) 600-31110