Cerec ONE-VISIT Crowns

In the past, it was common thinking that placing white fillings in the back teeth was purely for looks and may not stand up as well as the traditional amalgam fillings and metal crowns.

This attitude is fast disappearing. Decades of research studies are showing these modern restorations surpass traditional dentistry, with huge benefits to the longevity of the tooth structure.

Amalgam has been used to repair cavities for over a century. These fillings give the teeth a grey, black look. But appearance is not the only problem.

“Cracked tooth syndrome” is extremely common, especially as people get older the teeth undergo structural failure and a crack develops. The teeth may have no symptoms at all or they can get very sensitive to hot or cold and biting firm foods.

Replacing these amalgams with metal-free materials can prevent these problems. By catching the potential fractures before experiencing symptoms, the dreaded side­ effects of toothaches and broken teeth may be avoided.

With advances in the dental science of adhesive resins, lasers and high-tech ceramics, these new restorations can restore teeth back to the undamaged original state in terms of strength, wear, function, and appearance.