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Are Composite Fillings Better Than Silver Metal Fillings?

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Dental professionals and anyone working to promote oral health have employed various filling materials for damaged teeth throughout history. Many different materials, including pure gold, silver, composite, and even beeswax, have been used to fill teeth. Silver amalgam, sometimes referred to as a metal filling, and composite resin has emerged as the two best options. […]