10 Dec Why Replacing Amalgam Fillings with Composite Is a Smart Choice for Your Smile

For many years, silver amalgam fillings were the standard solution for treating cavities. While they remain functional, modern dentistry now offers a safer, more aesthetic, and more tooth-friendly alternative: composite (tooth-coloured) fillings.

At The Smile Collective Clinic, we believe in dentistry done differently—prioritizing your health, comfort, and confidence. Here’s why more patients are choosing to replace their old amalgam fillings with composite restorations.

1. A More Natural, Beautiful Smile

One of the primary advantages of composite fillings is their aesthetic appeal.
Composite blends seamlessly with your natural tooth colour, making the filling almost invisible.
No more dark spots in your smile—just a clean, bright, natural look.

2. Composite Fillings Bond Better to Your Tooth

Amalgam fillings rely on mechanical retention, which means more healthy tooth structure often needs to be removed to hold the filling in place.

Composite fillings bond directly to the tooth, allowing:

• More conservative tooth preparation
• Strengthening of the remaining tooth structure
• Reduced risk of cracks over time

This makes composite a safer and more modern approach to restoring teeth.

3. No More Metal Expansion and Cracks

Amalgam expands and contracts with temperature changes—hot coffee, cold drinks, etc.
Over time, this can lead to:

• Micro-fractures in the tooth
• Marginal gaps
• Increased sensitivity
• Risk of future breakage

Composite fillings do not expand or contract in the same way, minimizing stress on your tooth and helping protect it long-term.

4. Mercury-Free and Biocompatible

Although amalgam fillings are considered safe by dental authorities, they do contain mercury.
Many patients prefer to switch to materials that are:

• Mercury-free
• Biocompatible
• More in line with a holistic approach to dental health

Composite fillings fit this perfectly.

5. Improved Comfort and Function

Replacing old, leaking, or worn-down amalgam fillings with composite can:

• Reduce tooth sensitivity
• Improve bite comfort
• Prevent future decay from forming beneath old restorations
• Restore natural tooth shape for better chewing efficiency

Your teeth simply feel better and function more naturally.

6. A Modern Upgrade for Long-Term Oral Health

Composite technology has advanced significantly over the years. Today’s materials are:

• Strong
• Durable
• Aesthetically superior
• Ideal for both small and large cavities

Replacing amalgam isn’t just cosmetic—it’s an investment in the long-term strength of your teeth.

Thinking of Replacing Your Amalgam Fillings?

At The Smile Collective Clinic, our team uses the latest techniques and equipment to safely remove old amalgam fillings and replace them with high-quality composite restorations.
Whether you’re looking for a healthier option, want to enhance your smile, or simply need an upgrade, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Dentistry done differently.