Tooth-colored fillings, as you might imagine, are "invisible" and virtually undetectable, unlike silver / amalgam fillings. Tooth colored fillings come in many shades and are matched to your individual tooth color. Often, a different material is used for front and back teeth. The materials used for front teeth have a high shine, and materials for back teeth are designed for strength and durability.

The benefits of tooth-colored fillings over silver / amalgam fillings:

• Safe because they contain no mercury
• Harder and more durable
• Can last a lifetime
• Can eat on them immediately
• Look terrific!