Fillings and Inlays 
Why Your Tooth Is Sensitive After A Filling(3)
Many people experience sensitivity after getting a dental filling. As I’ve mentioned, sometimes this sensitivity can be attributed to a high filling. A tooth can also be sensitive after a filling due to other reasons. Here are a few reasons why your tooth might be sensitive after a filling and what you can do about [...]
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Problems that a High Filling Can Cause
Many people wonder what they should do when they come home from the dentist after getting a filling and notice that their bite isn’t quite right. If you end up having problems with a filling, it’s always best to check back with your dentist to see if you have a high filling. If your filling [...]
Filling Fell Out? Why You Should Get a Lost Filling Replaced
I got an email earlier this week from a reader named Trish. She asked the following: “What will happen if the filling comes out of your tooth, and you don’t have it replaced, other than pain trying to eat?” Before I answer that question, let’s take a look at why fillings fall out. A filling [...]
What Do Silver and White Fillings Look Like?
At my dental school, we recommend silver fillings for the back teeth since silver fillings last longer than white fillings. However, many people are hesitant to get silver fillings because they stand out, and they don’t want other people to notice them. If you are also wondering what the difference in appearance between white and [...]
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