Tooth-colored Fillings
At Pike Place Dental, we have made the commitment to not use mercury-silver fillings in our practice. Mercury is a toxic substance, and we do not feel comfortable putting it in patients' bodies. Additionally, if we were to use it, some of the leftovers would go into our suction systems, then into our sewage system and ultimately into the water supply.
The alternatives to mercury-silver fillings have dramatically improved in recent years. The composite or porcelain fillings we use are strong and dense, as well as adhering both physically and chemically to a remaining healthy tooth. Composites come in many shades, and can be matched to the shade of the tooth. They can also be highly polished to resemble the shine of natural teeth.