Cavities or broken and chipped teeth are all too common and, despite advances in toothpastes and fluoride in our drinking water, tooth decay is still one of the most prevalent diseases in Australia. For most small to medium sized cavities or chips, our team is likely to recommend a filling as one treatment option.

There are 2 mainstream types of filling

A Composite filling commonly known as a “white filling”, is a resin-based material that can be done chair side immediately after the decay is removed. When done well, a white (composite) filling can look very natural and ideal for small to medium cavities.

A Porcelain filling, also known as an “inlay or onlay”, is the strongest of all the filling materials and is also able to mimic natural teeth. Porcelain fillings are ideal for large cavities where more than 50% of the tooth is missing, and are custom made outside of the mouth, so may require a longer appointment.
Grange Family Dental are proud of our in-house lab equipment and expertise which allows us to manufacture these on-site, meaning we have complete control of the design, colour match and fit. It also ensures no waiting time with temporary materials, which can be a hassle.

An Amalgam filling often known as a “silver filling” may also be done chair side but is now uncommon due to the advanced technologies of other materials.