Fillings & inlays
Ceramic or gold inlays have a proven track record, particularly for larger cavities. They are considered durable and can stabilise the walls of the tooth.
Ceramic inlays can also be matched individually to the shade of your teeth. After precise preparation at the practice, the inlays are made in local master dental laboratories.
For small and medium-sized cavities, however, composite fillings with a high filler content can also be suitable. Which filling makes sense for you depends mainly on the size of the cavity. We clarify this during the examination.
Old amalgam fillings
We do not use amalgam in our practice.
If old amalgam fillings are due to be replaced, we draw up a treatment plan after a thorough examination and consultation.
Since 1 January 2025, amalgam may only be used in the EU if the dentist considers it strictly necessary for medical reasons for the individual patient. The ban is intended to protect the environment from mercury. An intact old filling therefore does not have to be replaced – whether replacement makes sense depends on the clinical findings, not on the material alone.
Procedure and duration
The steps, duration and aftercare depend on what we find during your examination. We go through them with you in detail beforehand. Call us – we take the time to talk it through.