{"id":633,"date":"2026-05-13T17:18:38","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T22:18:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=633"},"modified":"2026-06-23T17:19:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T22:19:44","slug":"how-tooth-colored-fillings-may-be-the-better-choice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/13\/how-tooth-colored-fillings-may-be-the-better-choice\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond the Look: How Tooth-Colored Fillings May Be the Better Choice"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"97\" src=\"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Indy-Dental-Group-Lo75A31E-2-1-300x97.jpg\" alt=\"Indy Dental Group preferred image\" class=\"wp-image-485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Indy-Dental-Group-Lo75A31E-2-1-300x97.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Indy-Dental-Group-Lo75A31E-2-1-768x248.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Indy-Dental-Group-Lo75A31E-2-1.jpg 911w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to cavities and small chips or cracks, fillings are often a great choice for repairing them. The affected structure will be removed and replaced with a high-quality material. That way, you regain function without changing too much in your smile. In the past, amalgam was the only option, but a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/tooth-colored-fillings.html\">tooth-colored version<\/a> is now offered in many practices. Which one should you get? Here\u2019s what to know to feel confident deciding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Downsides to Amalgam Fillings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Amalgam, or metal, fillings used to be the go-to treatment for minor dental damage, as they can last up to 15 years or longer. However, many people don\u2019t like them because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>They Don\u2019t Look Natural<\/strong>: Results from this service were often shiny and obvious. The silvery appearance doesn\u2019t blend in very well against enamel, so some patients were self-conscious about them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>They Had Mercury<\/strong>: This material is about 50% tin, silver, or copper, and the other half was mercury. It\u2019s a binding agent that\u2019s easy to shape, but it\u2019s toxic to the body in high amounts. A single filling wasn\u2019t necessarily a problem, although it may be better to avoid it entirely for certain patients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>They Are Sensitive to Temperature Changes<\/strong>: This restoration would expand and shrink when switching from hot to cold foods and drinks. Over time, this can weaken your tooth and lead to discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">So, Why Are Tooth-Colored Fillings a Great Choice?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With all that said above, advancement in dentistry created tooth-colored fillings as a metal-free alternative. This modern treatment is made from high-quality composite resin that\u2019s matched to your smile. Your results with it will look much more natural and are harder to spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without any mercury in it, you don\u2019t have to worry about your health being affected as well. Better yet, this service saves more of your tooth\u2019s natural structure, so it has more to bond to. That way, you can enjoy your restoration for up to a decade or longer with proper care and feel confident using it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/about-us.html\">Indy Dental Group<\/a>, our team is proud to serve patients across Indianapolis and the surrounding communities with exceptional, patient-centered dental care. We offer tooth-colored fillings as a natural-looking, durable solution for cavities, helping you restore your smile without sacrificing aesthetics. If you have any questions you want cleared up about this treatment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call any of our conveniently located offices near you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to cavities and small chips or cracks, fillings are often a great choice for repairing them. The affected structure will be removed and replaced with a high-quality material. That way, you regain function without changing too much in your smile. 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