Amalgam Fillings Removal Treatment

in Solihull

What Are Amalgam Fillings?

Amalgam Fillings used to be the traditional method of filling cavities in your teeth. Not only were they not aesthetically pleasing (silver/metal) but they also contained the chemical element Mercury (which can potentially pose a long term dental health risk).

We are able to safely remove and dispose of the amalgam fillings and replace them with natural tooth coloured composite fillings.

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Mrs C

Absolutely delighted with my treatment & results. I am so pleased that I did my research and chose to have my treatment with Girsh at Ascent in Dorridge. My case was not straightforward and the solution he designed was thoughtful and practical. I am genuinely thrilled with the results and would recommend to anyone.

Concerns Over Mercury Fillings

There is a lot of controversy over the use of amalgam fillings in modern day dental practices. So much so, that some European and Scandinavian countries have even banned the use mercury based fillings. However, there hasn’t been any conclusive evidence to say that you are exposed to any more mercury than you already are in your every day life (e.g.eating fish, drinking water etc). You will find that the majority of dentists in the UK will offer both mercury fillings and other alternatives, such as composite white fillings.

At Ascent Dental Care Solihull we are proud to say we are an advocate of white fillings over metal amalgam.

Should I Have My
Amalgam Fillings
Removed?

There are advantages and disadvantages with this traditional method of filling:

Advantages

Strong
Cheaper than other alternatives

Disadvantages

Theres a chances of them expanding with age and cracking your teeth
Protective seal can fade away, which may cause them to start to decay
Can cause tooth discolouration (gray marks)
Fillings don’t match your tooth colour
Contains mercury
Healthy parts of your tooth may require to be removed to create a large enough space for an amalgam filling
Some patients may be alergic to the amalgam material

Hannah Beahan

As someone with an extreme fear of everything dental, I can’t recommend Ascent enough. All of the staff are the most knowledgeable, loveliest, most patient people. The service is amazing and the fees are really reasonable. After 20 years of dentist hopping and emergency treatment, I finally feel I am on the road to overcoming my fears. Actually excited for the next part of my dental plan!

Before & After

White Fillings

This patient had a large silver metal filling which created a dark shadow on the outside of the tooth. This was replaced with a white filling to improve the strength and aesthetics of this tooth.

White Fillings

This patient came to us with a failing silver filling. Alongside this they were also unhappy with the appearence of the filling. It was replaced with a white filling material to restore the tooth back to health and improve the cosmetic look of the tooth.

Video testimonials

Sue

Oh No!

When nervous patient Sue broke a filling, she was understandably a little nervous about having it repaired. Mandeep to the rescue!

Rebecca

No More Nerves

Let’s face it—no one loves having fillings. So treatment with Mandeep was a breath of fresh air for Rebecca.

Five-star
rated care

4.8 of 5 based on over 2,150 Google reviews across all Ascent Dental Clinics

Lucy New

Fabulous experience end to end with Ascent – lovely practice and lovely people who have done a fantastic job with my sons teeth which are now a beauty to behold!! Thank you to all of the team :-)

Hazel Williams

Brilliant , professional, competent & thoroughly deserved of a Top rate review. I have had a denture implant which is so comfortable & looks just stunning. The care and precision taken by Dr Faresh Desai, his wonderful team & technicians has been outstanding. Now I am having crowns & a partial denture so am qualified to leave a 5 Star plus review. I cannot recommend highly enough.

Gabrielle Pond-Baker

I’ve had a few visits over the last few years for specific work. Everyone is very kind and courteous. I have always had each stage of treatment explained at the start so there were never any nasty surprises. I would happily recommend Ascent it is a caring practice.

Linda Wadley

As someone who has a dreadful fear of the dentist chair, I would like to thank both Laura for sorting out my emergency tooth problem and Jaz for his kindness and for his approach to my fears. Thank you all for your professionalism and most of all your kindness to someone who has a huge fear of dentists

Natalie Holman

Fantastic dental practice with brilliant staff. Each and every team member makes you feel welcome and they are all extremely helpful and polite. I enjoy my visits here and I’m always made to feel comfortable, which is important when visiting the dentist. I highly recommend the practice.

Sandra Elisabeth

As a nervous patient I can highly recommend this dentist. Jaz is very professional as well as being understanding and nothing is too much trouble.
All Staff are most friendly x

Emma Vincent

I honestly think this dentist is amazing everybody is so friendly and they are quick to get your treatment sorted after your initial consultation. I had braces fitted upper and lower and they were done so quickly they obviously know what they’re doing!! I love my braces and I’m so glad I went with ascent. I just wish I had done it years ago! My husband is having treatment also. Thanks guys!! Keep up the good work!!

Dayle Robinson

Currently undergoing Invisalign treatment at Ascent Dental in Solihull. My partner has also had root canal and various other treatments and we can’t praise the team highly enough! Friendly, professional and highly skilled, I actually look forward to visiting the dentist which is something I never thought I would say as I used to have a real fear of the dentist chair! The staff are amazing from the minute you walk through the door and I am extremely happy I found Ascent Dental. Thank you!

Stuart Hall

Dr Gursh and the team are first class. Made to feel very comfortable during my treatment. Cannot recommend then highly enough.

Neil Belton

Excellent service, rang with a very painful toothache, given emergency appointment and recommended next steps. Following not being able to move up the NHS waiting list and still in pain returned after Christmas for extraction. What i was expecting to be a horrible painful process was done painlessly and efficiently and i cant speak highly enough of both Dentists i saw and the rest of the team. Highly recommended.

Jean Wilde

I have received 5 star service right from the booking of my first appointment.
I no longer have a fear of attending a dental appointment, a fear I have had for years.
The care and skill of the dental staff is outstanding, as is the care and help of support staff.
I recommend Ascent Dental to anyone who wants an excellent dental experience.

Ciaran Kinsella

I have just finished my treatment with Ascent Dental after 6 months of having Lingual braces to adjust crowding in my upper teeth. I have been very impressed with the service given to me, and would thoroughly recommend the practice to anyone looking to improve their smile. Dr Gursh Bajwa made the treatment comfortable, yet effective, and I am very happy with the results. I would like to thank all the staff at Ascent Dental for the high level of care and service they have given me.