Replacing silver fillings

Silver, or amalgam, fillings are made with mercury, silver, tin and copper. In some cases, other metals may be included in amalgam fillings, too. A great deal of research has examined these fillings and found them to be an effective, long-lasting treatment for dental decay.

We often have patients ask us about options for replacing their old silver fillings for a more discreet option. Whilst this is possible and will renew your smile to better blend and dental work with your natural teeth, its not essential unless there is a concern about the structure of the original tooth.

Old silver fillings can deteriorate over time, leaving your teeth vulnerable to decay or tooth cracks. Should this occur, your Envisage Dental Basingstoke dentist will usually recommend replacing old silver fillings with a durable, more aesthetic composite filling, which we will match in colour to your natural teeth.

Restoring your teeth and regaining your smile

At Envisage Dental Basingstoke in Basingstoke, Hampshire we use resin composite fillings to match the colour of your teeth and ensure a long-lasting and natural-looking result. We also offer porcelain crowns, inlays and onlays as successful options for repairing cracked, broken, decayed or heavily filled teeth. They are hardwearing and can be colour-matched perfectly to your own teeth.

If you would like to discuss replacing your old amalgam fillings or for any dental needs, give us a call on 01256 461888.

Meet the team

Emma Ryman

Dentist

GDC NO. 83372

Helen Fossey

Dentist

GDC NO. 76201

Anita Puthran

Dentist

GDC NO. 157603

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28th May 2026

Taking Survey on behalf of my 9yo Daughter. She always has a nice experience and feels comfortable having her check ups, which is great as she’s building a healthy relationship with the dentist and her future oral health. Helen Fossey and the team are very nice and makes us all feel welcome.

22nd May 2026

Reception girls are always polite.Amanda the hygienist is always welcoming. Explains everything and listens if you have problems. Emma the dentist knows how scared I get but is always so kind and considerate. Emma is always happy and a real p,ensure to see along with Emma.

22nd May 2026

Seen by same dentist who now knows me , which gives me confidence in her advice.

22nd May 2026

Always professional and good service

20th May 2026

I am in safe and experienced hands

17th May 2026

It was an emergency appointment which was arranged quickly and was very successful.

15th May 2026

Friendly atmosphere throughout

14th May 2026

There were sensory toys in the waiting room along with cleaning wipes and the dentist was absolutely brilliant with my child completely putting them at ease ,so quick they didn't even realise that the tooth was out

14th May 2026

Friendly, pain-free and efficient treatment as always.

13th May 2026

Great staff, thorough treatment

9th May 2026

Both Amanda and Emma were efficient and professional yet remained friendly

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Anthony Burford

I have been seeing Anita for my appointments to get my composite bonding done and am blown away with the results. I Couldn't be happier. The standard of her care is first class, she always made me feel welcome and at ease, even during long appointments. The results I have been given from the procedure have exceeded my expectations with amazing attention to detail. The receptionists have always been great too, very friendly. I couldn't recommend her and the team enough.

2nd May 2026

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Griff Johnson

Friendly staff, and first class treatment! I'll be back.

30th April 2026

Emma saw me quickly. Check up was quick and pleasant. All good.

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David Kane

Easily the best experience I have had at a dental clinic. Kartik was very polite, patient and helpful. Every step of the process was explained to me with a concise plan of action put in place for future treatments.

24th April 2026

My dentist listens and explains the procedure of the dental check, the Hygenist does the same. Both are very caring towards you as the patient.

23rd April 2026

The dental hygienist was very nice and explained everything very clearly which made me feel a lot less nervous. It was comfortable and clean.

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Susan Jackson

Very friendly and infomative. Good care,patient and suppirtive.

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Damian Alboni

Emma was very friendly and made feel at easy. Explained everything she was doing, what she had found and how best to treat symptoms

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