Restoratives

Tooth Coloured Fillings

At Shire Doctors and Dentists, we only use tooth-coloured filling material. Composite is an acrylic based, tooth-coloured material that is made from two materials: glass and resin. Composite Resin can be used on both the front and back teeth, and because of their natural look, they are favoured by dentists for tooth fillings and repairs. These fillings look and feel like your natural teeth. The result is strong teeth and a near flawless appearance. In addition, these fillings can be prepared with fluoride which will release into the tooth and help prevent any further decay.

Ceramic Onlays

Ceramic Onlays are a recommended alternative to composite crowns. They are used to restore large tooth defects or decays, where more than 50% of the tooth structure is affected or a tooth cusp is being replaced. Ceramic compared to composite is a much stronger and more durable material, which is hence able to withstand the immense forces placed on your teeth. Onlays are made by our professional dental lab technicians and cemented on the tooth.

At Shire Doctors and Dentists, we use the best and most skillful lab technicians in Sydney. We do not outsource our laboratory products; they are all proudly made in Australia.

Crowns

Dental crowns are also known as tooth cap. A dental crown covers the entire tooth like a helmet covers one’s head. The most common indications of a tooth needing a crown are:

There are a range of different types of crowns available

Porcelain fused to metal crowns

Porcelain fused to metal crowns are one of the most common options as they can be colour matched to your natural tooth. There is a chance that the porcelain will chip or break, and they also cause more wear to opposing teeth than all metal crowns.

All ceramic crowns

All ceramic crowns do not have metal copings (internal metal framework). Because of this, they cannot discolour at the gum line, as can sometimes be seen with older crowns.

Gold crowns

Gold crowns (metal) are still used in modern dental practice. Gold is a fantastic material for the making of all metal crowns, which resembles a tooth in shape but not colour. They are more commonly used on back teeth but can be used on front teeth for patients who are trying to achieve a certain look.

Resin crowns

Resin crowns are a more affordable option compared to other types of dental crowns, but they eventually wear down and are more susceptible to fractures than crowns made from other materials.

Your dentist will discuss with you your options before any decision is made. At Shire Doctors and Dentists, we use the best and most skillful lab technicians in Sydney. We do not outsource our laboratory products; they are all proudly made in Australia.

Shire Doctors and Dentists provide expert dental care at affordable prices for tooth-coloured fillings in areas of the Sutherland Shire. For more information, contact one of our friendly team now on (02) 9063 8650. We look forward to hearing from you.