Porcelain fillings are an excellent option for medium to large cavities, where a custom porcelain filling can be placed to restore tooth function for years to come. Porcelain fillings are tooth-coloured, designed to match your natural teeth, and are incredibly strong and durable, providing years of use. Deciding if porcelain fillings are the right option for you can be tricky, which is why we are here to help! Today, we walk you through the benefits, disadvantages, costs, procedure, and more to help you see if a porcelain filling is the right choice for your smile.
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Porcelain fillings offer numerous benefits that make them a superior choice, including their precise colour match, stain resistance, and exceptional durability. The benefits you experience can vary, but typically, paitents report the following benefits from porcelain fillings:
Porcelain fillings come in a huge range of shades, allowing us to perfectly match the filling to your natural tooth colour. Each filling is custom-made, too, making it even easier for us to achieve the perfect match. Porcelain also has a translucent sheen, just like your natural teeth do, which makes it even easier for you to enjoy a natural and seamless smile.
Porcelain is stain-resistant, so you don't need to worry about discolouration or staining. Your new filling should remain the same colour as when it was fitted, regardless of the food you eat or drink. This makes them a better option than composite fillings, which are prone to staining over time.
Porcelain is incredibly strong and durable, with many paitents finding their porcelain fillings can last up to 20 years! The longevity of your filling depends on how well you care for it, but it is not uncommon for porcelain fillings to last more than ten years.
Despite the numerous benefits of porcelain fillings, there are a few disadvantages to consider before proceeding, including the higher cost and the requirement for multiple dental appointments. The disadvantages will vary from person to person, but typically, you can expect:
Porcelain fillings are one of the more expensive options, costing more than amalgam fillings and resin fillings. The higher price is due to the higher cost of porcelain and customisation. Each porcelain filling is custom-made to suit your specific tooth and its hole. Unlike resin or amalgam, which can be added directly to the tooth and shaped, porcelain fillings are custom-made, requiring additional time and resources, thereby increasing their cost.
Unlike other dental fillings, porcelain fillings typically require multiple visits. As you need to wait for the custom filling to be made, your treatment is spread over two appointments. We strive to have the porcelain filling created as quickly as possible; however, during busy periods, you may experience a wait of a few weeks between appointments.
Despite being durable, porcelain can crack and chip, especially under excessive biting force. This usually happens when porcelain fillings are used for your back teeth or if you grind and clench your teeth. Night guards can help alleviate tooth grinding, but we also recommend consulting with one of our dental experts, who can help identify the cause of your grinding and provide preventive measures.
Alongside porcelain fillings, we offer several other options that might be better suited to your smile goals. Before moving forward with porcelain fillings, we recommend considering our other options to see if any are better suited to your needs, including:
use copper, gold alloy, and other metals to provide durability, restoring function to your back teeth
are often made with composite resin and plastic, filling gaps in your teeth and tailored to match your shade for a seamless finish
We offer a comprehensive breakdown of the types of fillings we provide, along with their best uses, to help you determine which is the right choice for you. Alternatively, you can book a consultation to discuss your options in person.
Choosing the best filling will depend on the tooth that requires the filling and your smile goals. Porcelain fillings are an excellent choice for front teeth or when you need durability, where you can enjoy a seamless smile that lasts for years. However, if you need a filling for your back teeth, you may find that gold or silver fillings are more durable than porcelain composite fillings.
Before choosing your filling material, we can discuss your options with you, showing you the different types and which would be better suited for your needs. You can complete this either during an appointment or over the phone.
Porcelain fillings start at $900, making them one of the more costly filling options. The price of your porcelain filling will vary depending on the size of the filling and whether additional dental work is required.
Before we begin your treatment, we will provide an accurate cost of your porcelain filling. We will also discuss your payment options. We understand that not everyone can afford to pay for their dental work upfront, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your dream smile. We offer several payment plans and can discuss these with you in person or over the phone to help you understand the cost and your payment options.
The porcelain filling procedure at Gorgeous Smiles is similar to our other filling procedures, allowing you to transform your smile in very little time. Our procedure is broken into a few simple steps, taking you from the initial consulation to a new filling. The steps can vary depending on whether you need additional dental work, but you can expect the following:
There are many reasons why you should choose us for your dental fillings, including our flexible payment plans and state-of-the-art technology. Many patients choose us for their porcelain fillings for the following reasons:
We offer several payment options that enable you to spread the cost of your dental work over time. Our payment plans are available for most paitents, with the option to spread your payments across 24 months. We also offer some interest-free options that allow you to pay your dental bill without any extra fees. The criteria for our payment plans are available on our site, allowing you to better understand your options. You can also pop in to discuss your options with one of our dental experts.
Another reason paitents choose us is our state-of-the-art technology, which helps us to deliver precise results in less time than other dentists. Our 3D printers and digital scanners ensure that we understand every corner of your mouth, allowing us to create the perfect filling to give you a seamless smile and full function of your tooth.
Porcelain fillings are the ideal choice for individuals seeking a long-lasting, natural-looking filling that will blend seamlessly with their natural teeth. Porcelain fillings are an excellent choice for front teeth, and can be installed with minimal tooth structure, making them suitable for most paitents. Before moving forward with your new filling, schedule a consultation to discuss your options and determine if a porcelain filling is the right choice for your smile.
Porcelain fillings are a fine choice for front teeth. Their natural appearance allows them to blend seamlessly with your front teeth, creating a flawless smile. At the same time, the durability ensures you can use your teeth as normal without worrying about the filling breaking or coming loose.
Porcelain fillings cannot be whitened with traditional whitening methods. The porcelain material is not porous in the same way as your natural teeth are, and the whitening treatments will not change the colour of your porcelain filling. However, porcelain fillings come in a wide range of shades, allowing us to easily match one to your teeth for a natural and seamless smile. As fillings sit on the top of your teeth, rather than covering the front like crowns do, you can whiten your teeth without worrying about the filling not matching your natural teeth.
Porcelain fillings are often used on teeth with tooth decay. The decay is often removed before the filling is placed to prevent it from spreading. Adding a porcelain filling to a tooth with decay can prevent the decay from spreading or worsening, thereby protecting the damaged tooth. The porcelain filling will restore tooth function too, allowing you to use the tooth as normal, without worrying about sensitvty ot any damage the decay is causing.
Porcelain filling can last for 10 to 20 years, with some patients finding that they last even longer. The longevity of your porcelain fillings will depend on how well you care for them and your overall oral health, so maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for a long-lasting filling. The durability of porcelain helps the fillings last longer than other options, reducing the likelihood of the filling needing to be replaced or damaged.
Porcelain fillings look very natural, blending seamlessly with your natural teeth. Porcelain has a slight sheen, similar to your natural teeth, making it easy to add porcelain to your smile without anyone noticing. Porcelain fillings also come in a variety of shades, making it easier to match the filling to your natural tooth colour. Doing so ensures a seamless smile, where you won't be able to tell where the filling is!
Porcelain fillings are a safe and suitable option for most patients. Porcelain fillings are considered biocompatible, as they are well-tolerated by the body, with a minimal risk of allergic reactions or side effects. Porcelain fillings are toxin-free and temperature-stable, not expanding or contracting when you eat hot or cold foods, which prevents tooth decay and the filling from cracking over time.
All dental treatment carries risks. The treatments described on this site may not be appropriate for your oral health. A full consultation with an AHPRA-registered dental professional is required before confirming suitability for any procedure. Individual results vary. For information about treatment risks, please visit our treatment risks page.
