Tooth Coloured and Porcelain Fillings Essendon
Amalgam or mercury fillings have been used in dentistry for over 150 years due to their durability, affordability, and ease of application, making them a go-to choice for dental fillings. However, as aesthetics have become more important, many people now prefer tooth-coloured fillings over amalgam. With advancements in dentistry, there are now more options available for restoring your oral health. Alternatives to amalgam fillings include indirect porcelain fillings and direct composite fillings, both offering a more natural appearance.
At Dental Essence
we provide you with the flexibility to choose the type of material you’d like for your dental fillings. During your consultation, our Essendon dentists will thoroughly explain the benefits and drawbacks of each option, helping you make an informed decision that best suits your needs.
Dental Porcelain (Indirect Fillings)
Dental Porcelain (Indirect Fillings)
Dental porcelain, also known as indirect fillings, closely resembles tooth-coloured fillings or composites and is custom-made in a dental laboratory. It shares similarities with tooth enamel, being translucent and reflecting light to give the appearance of sparkling white teeth. Depending on your oral condition, porcelain inlays or onlays may be a superior option compared to traditional fillings.
Advantages of Dental Porcelain
Advantages of Dental Porcelain
Stain-resistant
Aesthetics – We ensure that the fillings are created to match the shade of your natural tooth colour to give you a natural look and feel.
Durable and safe
Provides strength when bonded to the weak or damaged tooth
Hassle-free and easy to maintain
White Fillings – Composite Resin in Essendon
White Fillings – Composite Resin in Essendon
Composite resin is a tooth-coloured material used to fix chipped or decayed teeth and replace amalgam fillings. It includes Bis-GMA monomers, methacrylates, silica fillers, and a photoinitiator. At Dental Essence, we use AesthetiX from Dentsply, which minimizes shrinkage during curing, reducing gaps and the risk of decay. In simple terms, composite resins are the standard filling material today. Alternatives include amalgam (silver) and porcelain fillings. Discuss these options with our Essendon dentists to choose the best one for you.
The Advantages of Composite Resin at Dental Essence
Less Tooth Removal: Composite resin requires less tooth structure removal compared to amalgam, which needs grooves and undercuts for retention.
Bonding: Composite resin bonds to the tooth using acid etch and adhesives, allowing for bonding and veneering.
Cost: Composite resin is cheaper than porcelain, though porcelain is more durable and colour-stable.
Procedure Time: Composite resin fillings take one visit, while porcelain restorations usually require two visits.
Cost for dental fillings at Essendon?
The cost of tooth-coloured and porcelain fillings ranges from $300 to $1,800 per tooth, depending on the condition and specific needs of your teeth. The final cost may vary from case to case. At Dental Essence, we care about both your smile and your budget, which is why we offer no-interest payment plans that are very popular with our patients. Be sure to ask our team about these options when you speak with us.
BEFORE & AFTER
