“Are ceramic fillings toxic?”
I am a 27 year old female. I want to know if ceramic fillings are toxic?
4 Answers
Hello,
There are a few types of ceramic restorative materials on the market, and as long as they are used appropriately they should not be toxic. I use them to seal root canals and line deeper fillings because of how biocompatible they are to the internal structure of teeth. I also use them as a full structured crown to cover compromised teeth. I'm not sure what other uses there are to be honest, but for me, both those methods are proven to be safe.
Hopefully that helps.
Jaby Paul
There are a few types of ceramic restorative materials on the market, and as long as they are used appropriately they should not be toxic. I use them to seal root canals and line deeper fillings because of how biocompatible they are to the internal structure of teeth. I also use them as a full structured crown to cover compromised teeth. I'm not sure what other uses there are to be honest, but for me, both those methods are proven to be safe.
Hopefully that helps.
Jaby Paul
No. Any material to be placed in the human body has undergone thorough to make sure of safety.
I believe you mean composite fillings. No, these are not toxic and, after removing the decay from the tooth, will protect you tooth for years to come. If you did mean ceramic filling, then this is called an onlay. This material is not toxic either and will typically replace to the chewing surface of your tooth to make it structurally stronger.
No.
