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Metal Free Dentistry
Metal free dentistry is highly popularized by using white composite feeling instead of amalgam. However metal free dentistry extends far beyond tooth feelings. Metal free dentistry even extends to implants, dentures, veneers, and complete mouth reconstruction. Although sometimes metal procedure is a better choice, such as implants, but for some people it is not an option because of the type of work they do which requires them to have non metal procedures.
Many insurance providers might deny coverage for nonmetal procedures, however the benefits are far superior on what your dental insurance might restrict you on.
We believe that metal is not the best choice for dental restorations like fillings and crowns for a number of reasons. There are many people who feel that even small amounts of mercury in dental restorations are potentially harmful to the human body.
Mercury Controversy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration believes that dental fillings containing mercury may be harmful to pregnant women, children and fetuses. Further research supports this finding. Although there have been no official, definitive judgments by the FDA on the harmfulness of metal in dental restorations, we feel it is better to offer patients only materials we know are completely safe for use in the body.
No Risk of Temperature-related Fracture
We do not offer silver or mercury as an option. We place safe, metal free tooth-colored restorations made from porcelain and composite resins including plastic. These modern filling options are even stronger than metal and do not present the same problems. For instance, metal fillings have been known to crack teeth due to their tendency to expand and contract in different temperatures. With composite materials, there is no risk of this happening.
Easy Smile Integration
With metal, there is simply no way to hide the tough, metallic appearance. Composite materials blend well with your smile and can be color-customized, so no one will know you have had dental work done.
Getting Started
If you are ready to say goodbye to outdated metal dental work, Dr. Rostami would be happy to replace an old metal filling, crown, or bridge using strict, safe mercury removal techniques. Our tooth-colored metal free replacement options require only one to two visits.
Do not let metal keep you from smiling your brightest. Brentwood Dental Group cosmetic dentistry team can restore your smile with metal free dentistry.
