What Are the Cosmetic Benefits of Metal-Free Fillings?

2 Minute Read:  It is common knowledge that metal dental fillings detract from the natural beauty of your smile. Metal fillings are visible and highlight the fact that work has been done. Fortunately, gone are the days when amalgam fillings with noticeable dark marks on the teeth were the only option patients had when seeking […]

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Should I Get Metal-Free Fillings?

3 Minute Read:  Despite doing the best we can to maintain a healthy oral regimen for our teeth, the occasional cavity may still develop. In the past, metal fillings were needed to restore the decayed pockets of your teeth. However, metal-free fillings now offer a more aesthetically pleasing appearance than metal fillings while still having […]

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Cavities and Fillings

Many people treat the word “cavity” as if it is a four-letter word. However, cavities are not something you need to run from. Cavities are one of the most common health problems that people face, and it affects adults, teens, and even children. Anyone who has teeth is at risk for cavities, and the external […]

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Benefits of Metal-Free Fillings

Dentistry has come a long way over the last 25 years. While metal fillings were once quite commonly used, modern dentists tend to avoid them in favor of metal-free fillings. Dr. Fiss has not used metal fillings since 1990 and favors metal-free fillings for their distinct advantages. Metal-free fillings provide many benefits including aesthetic appeal, […]

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ASK THE EXPERT

Reprinted from Today’s Chicago Woman, 2/97. Q. For as long as I can remember, the appearance of my teeth has bothered me. I don’t have any pictures with me smiling, The tooth surface is blotchy, stained and discolored, and my teeth are crooked. What can I do to improve the appearance? A. When I have […]

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