Dental Filling
We'll fill your teeth and fill you with confidence
When a cavity is discovered, it is needed to restore the tooth’s natural structure and function. At GTC Dental Clinic, we offer several types of fillings to suit your individual needs, including composite, GIC, and amalgam fillings. Our skilled and gentle dentists use the right facilities and techniques to ensure your filling is comfortable and long-lasting. Trust us to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.
TYPES OF FILLINGS
We offer 2 types of fillings
Composite fillings
A tooth-colored resin material used to fill cavities and match the natural color of your teeth.
Glass Ionomer Cement (GIC) fillings
A type of filling that releases fluoride and is often used for children's teeth or to treat small cavities.
Amalgam fillings
A traditional type of filling made from a mixture of metals, often used for larger cavities in the back teeth. WE DO NOT OFFER this type of filling here.
Pros and Cons of Different Types of Filling
| Filling Type | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | – Natural appearance | – More expensive than amalgam |
| – Bonded to the tooth | – Not as durable as amalgam | |
| – Minimal tooth structure removal | – May require longer treatment time | |
| GIC | – Releases fluoride to prevent decay | – Not as strong as composite or amalgam |
| – Easy and quick to place | – More prone to wear and staining | |
| – Can bond to the tooth | – May not last as long as composite or amalgam | |
| Amalgam | – Strong and durable | – Silver color can be noticeable |
| – Less expensive than composite | – Requires more tooth structure removal than composite | |
| – Long-lasting and resistant to wear | – Contains small amount of mercury (controversial) |
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SMILING FACES CHANGE WITH FILLING AT GTC DENTAL
Before and After
