06/17/2026
Old silver fillings don’t last forever! ⏳ While they were very commin for a long time, amalgam fillings can act like a wedge over time, causing micro-cracks in the tooth structure as they expand and contract with hot and cold drinks.
Plus, because X-rays can’t see through solid metal, hidden decay loves to hang out right along the leaking margins.
Swapping them out doesn’t just look better—it protects the structural integrity of your tooth.
Drop a 🙋♂️ if you still have a few of these in your smile!