Old or failing fillings can be replaced with modern, tooth-coloured restorations that look and feel completely natural.
Fillings don’t last forever. Over time, they can become worn, cracked, or loose, and older amalgam fillings can begin to break down at the edges, allowing bacteria to get in underneath. If you have fillings that are old, damaged, or simply bothering you aesthetically, it’s worth discussing replacement options with your dentist.
Many patients choose to replace silver amalgam fillings with tooth-coloured composite alternatives, both for appearance and to benefit from more modern bonding materials.
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Before recommending any replacement, your dentist will carefully assess the existing filling and the tooth beneath it. If replacement is appropriate, we’ll use high-quality tooth-coloured composite material to restore the tooth to a natural, comfortable finish. We’ll only recommend what is genuinely necessary, and we’ll explain our reasoning clearly.
We’re based at VMC House, Northfield Road, Southam, CV47 0FG — next to St Wulfstan Surgery, with free parking right outside and full ground-floor access. New patients are always welcome. Get in touch to find out more or to book your first appointment.
Not necessarily. We’d assess each filling individually. Many amalgam fillings remain perfectly serviceable for years, and removing them unnecessarily can disturb healthy tooth structure. We’d only recommend replacement if there’s a clinical reason or if you have a strong preference for tooth-coloured alternatives.
