{"id":2454,"date":"2024-11-20T11:21:19","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T17:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=2454"},"modified":"2024-12-01T19:21:44","modified_gmt":"2024-12-02T01:21:44","slug":"dentist-fill-deep-cavities-white-fillings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/dentist-fill-deep-cavities-white-fillings\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a Dentist Fill Deep Cavities with White Fillings?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I go to a large dental practice that has frequent turnover with dentists. I saw a new dentist last week who said I needed filling for deep cavities in two lower left teeth. I told the dentist that I only wanted white fillings, but she said white fillings wouldn\u2019t work. I didn\u2019t schedule an appointment to get the cavities filled. I\u2019m thinking about switching to another practice. Could I find a dentist willing to do white fillings on deep cavities? Thanks. Flores from NM<\/p>\n<p>Flores,<\/p>\n<p>The prospect of dental drilling for filling causes anxiety for many people.<\/p>\n<h2>Can a Dentist Fill Deep Cavities with White Fillings?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-2317\" src=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mercury-free-fillings.jpg\" alt=\"Before and after pictures of amalgam fillings and mercury free composite fillings\" width=\"243\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mercury-free-fillings.jpg 243w, https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mercury-free-fillings-208x300.jpg 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 243px) 100vw, 243px\" \/>Yes, a cosmetic dentist can fill with <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-white-fillings.html\">composite (white) fillings<\/a>. Composite fillings are ideal for deep cavities. Amalgam (silver) fillings can increase sensitivity to temperature changes, particularly with deep fillings, as they conduct heat and cold more efficiently. Additionally, deep fillings often require removing more tooth structure, weakening the tooth. Composite fillings, on the other hand, can strengthen the tooth and reduce the risk of fracture.<\/p>\n<p>Check with your dental insurance provider to determine coverage for composite fillings. Some plans may favor amalgam fillings due to their lower costs.<\/p>\n<h2>Finding a Skilled Cosmetic Dentist<\/h2>\n<p>Placing composite fillings requires precision and expertise. A cosmetic dentist with specialized training can ensure optimal results by keeping the tooth dry during the procedure and achieving a strong bond between the filling and tooth structure. Composite fillings look natural and are durable when a dentist places them well. They can last many years.<\/p>\n<p>For patients with significant dental anxiety, sedation dentistry may be an option. Consult a cosmetic dentist to discuss your concerns and sedation options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/\">Metairie cosmetic dentist<\/a> Dr. Duane Delaune sponsors this post. Read details about how Dr. Delaune strives to provide some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/best-dentist-in-new-orleans.html\">best dental care in Metairie<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I go to a large dental practice that has frequent turnover with dentists. I saw a new dentist last week who said I needed filling for deep cavities in two lower left teeth. I told the dentist that I only wanted white fillings, but she said white fillings wouldn\u2019t work. I didn\u2019t schedule an appointment [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":2317,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1630],"tags":[1668,1669,1670],"class_list":{"0":"post-2454","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-tooth-filling","8":"tag-deep-tooth-cavity","9":"tag-fill-tooth-cavity-with-white-filling","10":"tag-white-vs-silver-tooth-filling","11":"entry"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Can a Dentist Fill Deep Cavities with White Fillings?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A skilled cosmetic dentist can provide long-lasting white fillings for deep cavities. 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