Questions About Porcelain Fillings

Studio City, Burbank, North Hollywood

Are porcelain fillings good for teeth?

Porcelain fillings have many advantages over metal fillings that, for many patients, mean a stronger tooth structure and better dental health. The porcelain fillings at Smiles By Sands are placed conservatively, which means our dentists make it a priority to preserve as much of the natural enamel as possible. Your doctor only needs to remove the decayed material for the porcelain filling to be placed, keeping your tooth as strong and stable as possible. Aesthetically, porcelain fillings are extremely subtle and blend in nicely with enamel, unlike the obvious presence of metal. With porcelain, you also avoid the side effect of metal that could occur with expansion due to temperature sensitivity. When metal fillings expand, they can break or crack teeth and cause structural damage.

What are porcelain inlays and onlays?

White porcelain fillings are just a comprehensive term which includes onlays and inlays. An inlay refers to a smaller filling that covers one-third or less of a tooth’s total area (placed inside the tooth. If the area to be filled is larger than one-third of the of the tooth area, it is called an onlay (placed on the tooth). After your X-rays are examined by one of our cosmetic dentists, we’ll let you know which porcelain filling option will work best for your cavity type.

Why are porcelain fillings more expensive than metal?

While white porcelain fillings may cost a bit more than metal, there’s a few good reasons why you should invest in a better filling option. For one thing, white fillings are very durable and can last longer than metal fillings with good care. Patients who choose porcelain often find they spend less in the long run without having to seek filling replacement as often. Another reason to choose porcelain is that they can actually strengthen and improve teeth due to the direct bond that is possible with this material. One more major benefit? White porcelain fillings are incredibly natural-looking and discreet for a confident smile result. Old metal fillings can easily be replaced with white fillings for a cosmetic improvement.

Are white porcelain fillings affordable?

Smiles By Sands makes all cosmetic procedures affordable by pricing our services competitively, offering a variety of payment options, and providing porcelain fillings financing for patients who prefer to pay a little each month.

If you live in Studio City, Valley Village, or Burbank, take advantage of one of the area’s best kept secrets. Please contact our porcelain filling specialist at Smiles By Sands team to set up your free smile makeover consultation, and you can enjoy a Hollywood smile without the Hollywood prices!