fillings

Silver fillings were once considered the go-to for treating cavities. However, they are also highly conspicuous and can cause self-consciousness, especially when you talk or laugh. Nowadays, many people with older metal fillings, also known as amalgam fillings, are opting to switch them out for more discreet, tooth-colored fillings. Whether for cosmetic reasons or peace of […]

Tooth decay, or cavities, are a common concern among patients of all ages. When the teeth are not properly cared for with brushing, flossing, and routine visits, problems may be spotted during dental appointments. While cavities are common, they are completely avoidable. Dr. Chong Lee and his team at Galleria Dental Aesthetics work routinely with

Historically, tooth repair was intended for the purpose of restoring function to a badly damaged tooth. As dentistry has evolved, restorative care has taken on a dual-purpose. When repairing damaged teeth, Dr. Lee considers how to rebuild optimal structural integrity while also recreating the most lifelike appearance. One way in which we do that is

Are you resigned to having silver/mercury, or amalgam, every time you need a filling? Have you come to expect this as your only option–or as your only affordable option? We at Galleria Dental Aesthetics are excited to tell you about tooth-colored fillings and why you should choose them over amalgam fillings. In the past, tooth-colored

White fillings have been the topic of various research studies whose goal was to determine how long white fillings last. Unfortunately, the outcomes of these studies are inconsistent, and some study groups were so small that they did not effectively represent the longevity of white fillings. Our experience at Galleria Dental Aesthetics shows that white

Dr. Lee, Dr. Oh and Dr. Mortazie are convinced that white fillings are superior in every way to silver/mercury, or metal fillings. Because the benefits of white fillings are so well documented we have eliminated metal fillings from our practice completely. White fillings, also called tooth-colored fillings, are made of composite resin, the same material

Cosmetic dentistry procedures each have their own advantages and disadvantages. Sometimes concepts, such as the strength of a filling can be a bit misleading. The cosmetic dentists at Galleria Dental Aesthetics have concluded from their research and experience that white fillings are as strong as metal fillings and are far superior to them, overall. White