Molar apicectomy with amalgam root-end filling attracted an overall 5-year 'complete healing' rate of 57%. The apical ends of the roots were commoner sites of failure than the furcation. Purely ...

Are dental amalgam fillings responsible for severe health concerns? Jenny Hewett investigates. Unless you were born in the nineties and speak hipster, it’s more than likely you’ll have had at least ...

Getting a filling is a common dental procedure that is used to treat cavities and protect teeth damaged by tooth decay. There are several types of filling material currently available to repair ...

Researchers find that people who drink alcohol or men who smoke are more likely to suffer a failed dental filling. The research team also found a genetic difference in some patients associated with ...

New research shows that people who drink alcohol or men who smoke are more likely to suffer a failed dental filling. Strikingly, the research team also found that a genetic difference in some patients ...

Natural look: If appearance is a concern, the natural coloring of composite fillings may be a good fit. These fillings are less noticeable in the mouth than alternatives. 1 Use on any tooth: Because ...