Seattle Restorative Dentistry

In the past, most dental fillings were made of metal--specifically, a silver and copper alloy mixed with mercury. However, studies have shown that these metal fillings can cause health problems. As a result, mercury-based fillings have been restricted in countries like Sweden and Germany.

Today, restorative dentistry has provided a safer solution. Biocompatible ceramics are being used by more and more Seattle dentists to fill and restore teeth, and many patients have been turning to these dentists for help in replacing existing metal restorations. Ceramics offer many benefits over metal restorations. One advantage is a more natural look, since ceramics reflect light in a way similar to the dental enamel you were born with. Metal restorations can sometimes leave a dark shadow at the gum line of the restored tooth. This is not an issue when ceramics are used.

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Ceramic restorations are also easier on your mouth than metal restorations. Restorative dentistry research has shown that gum recession can often occur around teeth that have been filled with metal. Ceramics are biocompatible, making this sort of recession a non-issue.

Serving the Seattle market, Lance Timmerman DMD PS has years of experience in metal-free restorative dentistry and has used ceramic restorations to help many patients achieve a healthier mouth and a more natural-looking smile. With one client, Dr. Timmerman replaced metal restorations in her entire upper arch with ceramic ones to give her teeth that were whiter and more attractive. If you're considering restorative dentistry, be sure to choose a Seattle dentist with a demonstrated history of achieving natural-looking results.

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